Chad William Hawley

A very special welcome to family and friends,

I have known Madison since she was a young lady. She has always been a pleasure to be with and has grown to become an beautiful, smart, and charming woman. When I first heard about Jaime, my defenses immediately kicked in, "who is good enough to date my wonderful Madi?" I demanded. Thankfully, when I met Jaime, all of my fears were assuaged. Here was a nice young man with a good head on his shoulders who was respectful, intelligent, and charismatic. I couldn't have been happier when I was told they were getting married. My heart soared for them and their families. When Jaime and Madison asked me to perform the ceremony, I was truly honored and then terrified that I would screw this up. So, here we go:

We are gathered together here to join Madison Wilhelm and Jaime Stevens in the spiritual 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.

Madison and Jaime will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Madison take this man Jaime to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and bad, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto him for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Do you Jaime take this woman Madison to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and bad, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto her for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Madison and Jaime 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 Washington I now pronounce you husband and wife!