Toria R Jones

Processional (Entrance)

Invocation

We are gathered here to join Gregory Warren & Deina Tipton in the union of marriage considering the obligations & responsibilities thoughtfully & seriously. What are the chances that two old flames would unknowly end up living in the same apartment complex and create a flourishing forever love, which we are celebrating today.

Declaration of Intent

Gregory & Deina, you are about to make a life long committment adding another pillar of strength to your enduring love. May you honor this comittment with your whole heart as you experience the joys of marriage.

Gregory repeat after me

I Gregory take thee Diena to be my lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, in sickness & in health, for better or worse, in prosperity or hardship, keeping myself unto you for as long as we both shall live.

I Diena take thee Gregory to be my lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, in sickness & in health, for better or worse, in prosperity or hardship, keeping myself unto you for as long as we both shall live

Ring Exchange

Now the couple will exchange rings as a symbol of their love & fidelity.

Gregory please place the ring on Diena’s finger and repeat after me…

With this ring, I choose you this day & forevermore.

Diena please place the ring on Gregory’s finger and repeat after me…”

With this ring, I choose you this day & forevermore.

Officiant Blessing

These words I leave with you…I commend you for taking the time to be secure in your decision to marry.  May all that you are, always be beautifully in love with each other growing and shinning brightly with each passing day. Purpose to honor each other’s feelings, enjoy each other’s presence, and always see & encourage the best in each other.  Though life’s challenges will come, the strength of your faith in God & your friendship will always win.

Pronouncement

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the State of IL. I now pronounce you Husband & Wife. You may salute your bride.

Now introducing for the first time Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Warren!

Recessional (Exit)