Matthew R Emerson

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join William Martin Patrick and Lydia Claire Salzer in the union of marriage.

This contract is not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously, and with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities. Please remember that love, loyalty, and understanding are the foundations of a happy and enduring home.

William Martin Patrick and Lydia Claire Salzer will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you William Martin Patrick take this woman Lydia Claire Salzer to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto her for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Do you Lydia Claire Salzer take this man William Martin Patrick to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto him for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

William Martin Patrick and Lydia Claire Salzer will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment.

*(Ring Exchange)*

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the State of Missouri I now pronounce you husband and wife!

You may now kiss the bride.