Benjamin Lee Aman

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join Benjamin Daniel Bodigheimer and Molly Schmidt 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.

Benjamin Daniel Bodigheimer and Molly Schmidt will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Benjamin Daniel Bodigheimer take this woman Molly Schmidt 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 Molly Schmidt take this man Benjamin Daniel Bodigheimer 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)*

Benjamin Daniel Bodigheimer and Molly Schmidt 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 Minnesota I now pronounce you husband and wife!

Notes:

- Ask Benjamin for something about first dates (1)

- Ask Molly for something about first dates (2)

- A Rememberance for Molly's Father (3)

- Are there any Poems\Prayers (4)

- Are there any specific Rituals\Ceremonial Acts (5)

- Are there any specific Promise (Repeat After Me's) (6)

(3) - A Silent Tear (Poem) (?)

Just close your eyes and you will see

all the memories that you have of me

just sit and relax and you will find

im reallly still there inside your mind

dont cry for me now im gone

for i am in the land of song

there is no pain, there is no fear

so dry away that silent tear

dont think of me in the dark and cold

for here i am, no longer old

im in that place thats filled with love

know to you as up above

(3)

Leave an open seat

Your father likely would have sat at the front of the ceremony, so why not reserve him a seat? Even if he’s not there in person, he is always there in spirit. Leaving a chair for him is a way to remember that he’s always there watching over you.

Flowers are one of the best ways of remembering loved ones at a wedding, because there are special blooms that actually symbolize remembrance and honor, like white roses. Another option is to use their favorite flowers in your ceremony decor, such as the aisle markers, boutonnieres or bouquets. Be sure to make a note of it on the programs so your guests can appreciate the gesture as well