Michael Richard Kerr

Processional

At this time, we ask that you please silence your phones.

Please rise.

Invocation

Friends, family, and honored guests,

We are gathered here today to join Kaitlyn and Austin in marriage.

Little did they know when they met in middle school while at the beach on separate family vacations to the Outer Banks that they’d one day be here on this beautiful Saturday evening near another beach getting married. It’s an amazing story that came together after the mother of the bride suggested that Kaitlyn stay with Austin for safety reasons during Hurricane Irma… and it appears that Mother Knows Best. But I’ll let the Best Man tell the full story during the reception later.

The next chapter in that story begins today. Today begins a life of giving and sharing; of nurturing and support; of trust and commitment; allowing each other the freedom to grow and evolve as individuals while continuing to develop your mutual trust and love as this journey unfolds.

Today your family and friends gather to celebrate your union. We are privileged to witness two dear friends; two exceptional and driven individuals committed to share a lifetime together.

Readings (NO)

Declaration of Intent

And with that we will now make our declaration of intent.

Do you, Austin, take Kaitlyn (AKA Smoochies), to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, through sunny skies and hurricanes, committing yourself to her for as long as you both shall live? I do.

Do you, Kaitlyn, take Austin (AKA Tin Tin), to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, through sunny skies and hurricanes, committing yourself to him for as long as you both shall live? I do.

Exchange of Vows (NO)

Exchange of Rings

The ring, an unbroken circle, represents unending love. Whenever you look upon these rings, may you be reminded of this moment and the love you have promised to one another. Kaitlyn and Austin will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and fidelity.

Austin, please place your ring on Kaitlyn’s finger and repeat after me.

“Kaitlyn, I give you this ring, as a symbol of my love, and with it, I pledge to love you today, tomorrow, and forever.”

Kaitlyn, please place your ring on Austin’s finger and repeat after me.

“Austin, I give you this ring, as a symbol of my love, and with it, I pledge to love you today, tomorrow, and forever.”

Kaitlyn and Austin, you have pledged your loyalty to each other in the company of your family, friends, and honored guests. I want to wish you both much love and happiness as you begin this new chapter in your journey together.

Pronouncement

By the authority vested in me by the American Marriage Ministries and the great State of Florida, I now pronounce you husband and wife. (You may kiss the bride.)

(Pause.) I am proud to present for the first time as newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Kaitlyn and Austin Brown.

Recessional