Brandon and Danesta 's Wedding | American Marriage Ministries

Beautiful Elopement

The Wedding of Brandon & Danesta

Officiated by Bambi Ortiz at Firefly Photography Studio in Williston, North Dakota on January 7th, 2023. Witnessed by Jason Webster and Nicole Ragsdale.

ABOUT THIS WEDDING

"This wedding was small, intimate, short and sweet. The bride and groom's love filled the air. Many happy tears and laughter. Even though the script they chose for me to read included vows, they still to express their love for one another in their own words. They included me in their wedding party photos, and in addition to paying my fee, they also gave me a thank you card with a gift certificate to a local restaurant and a cute little gold box of homemade cupcakes made by the bride. It was an honor to be a part of this special day, and to be made like I was a part of the wedding party and not "just" the Officiant truly made my day. I wish nothing but enternal love and happiness to this beautiful couple! Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Rivera! Thank you for asking me to marry you!"

Bambi Ortiz

WEDDING PHOTOS

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Brandon And Danesta ’S Wedding Wedding Ceremony Script

We’re gathered here today to celebrate Brandon and Danesta, as they make a promise of love and commitment to one another.

Commitment is about trust. It’s about patience, forgiveness, devotion, and hope. It’s what happens when a relationship becomes a home — a place of safety and love — to which each partner can return, again and again."

"Do you, Brandon, promise to spend your life with Danesta, meeting each new joy and sorrow together, continuing to deepen your understanding of them, treating them with kindness and compassion, and welcoming each new chapter of life together with a spirit of curiosity and patience?"

[REPEAT FOR DANESTA]

"Brandon and Danesta will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment."

[SAY WITH BRANDON]

"With this ring, I promise to care for you, to laugh with you, to carry your burdens with you, and to understand and love you as perfectly imperfect, each day forward."

[REPEAT WITH DANESTA]

"By the authority vested in me by the State of North Dakota, and with the trust of you all here today, I now declare you joined in love. You may now kiss!"