Michael Dwayne Henderson

Welcome Family and Friends, I am Michael, Jarrett’s Bonus dad. When these two came to

me and ask me to marry them, it was the greatest honor a dad could receive. But I did

realize at that moment I should have paid closer attention during public speaking class at school.

So just Bear with me and focus on Jenna and Jarrett.

I would like to take a moment to remember those who could not be with us here today,

either because of distance or because they have gone on before us. In particular Jarrett’s

Daddy Brandon Hendrix. Though he is not physically present here today he is

with us in spirit—He is linked forever to our lives and shared memories.

We are gathered here today to Celebrate the marriage of Jenna and Jarrett . Everyone here

has affected their lives in one way or another. I ask today that you continue to love and

support them through this next chapter of their lives.

Who gives this woman to be married to this man?

Jarrett, it has been an honor and privilege to watch you grow from the little boy who loved

playing and pushing your tractors and trucks in the dirt, to the grown man who now loves

driving those tractors and trucks in the dirt.

And then Jenna, you came along and what a blessing you are! We’ve watched as you two have

grown overtime. And I realize Jarrett has met his match. Because now Jarrett isn’t just

driving the tractors and trucks, Jenna has him in the kitchen making gourmet meals, going

shopping, and watching harry potter, I never in my life would have thought that would ever

happen. I have watched you both go through highs and lows. I have watched Sacrifices You

have made for each other. That is all part of being a couple, being a team being husband

and wife. Jenna and Jarrett, marriage is not always easy, it does not always go as planned,

You are going to have difficulties, you are going to have disagreements, but remember

above anything, always put God first in all that you do. Because with Christ as your

foundation, your foundation will be solid and strong.

1st Corinthians says.

4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

8 Love never fails.

Let’s pray!!!

Dear Heavenly father, we are coming to you today and ask your blessings upon Jenna and Jarrett. We ask that you be with them and guide them in this new chapter of their lives. Father God, I pray today that they both keep you center of their lives in the days and years to come.

I pray God that you will keep your hands upon them, protect them and surround them with Godly people and positive influences to help them on this journey. We thank you and give you all the praise and glory in Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Now if you will turn to one another and join hands to express your vows of love to one

another.

Jarrett repeat after me.

I Jarrett, take you Jenna to be my wife,)----- to have and to hold from this day forward,)----- for

better or for worse for richer or for poorer,)----- in sickness and in health, I promise to love

and cherish you.

Jenna repeat after me.

I Jenna, take you Jarrett to be my husband,)----- to have and to hold from this day forward,)----- for

better or for worse, for richer or for poorer,)----- in sickness and in health. I promise to love

and cherish you.

Jenna and Jarrett, as you stand here before friends’ family and God, I ask you to declare.

your intentions to join in this sacred covenant of marriage.

Jarrett, do you take Jenna to be your wife, to love her, to comfort her, honor and keep her in sickness and in health and forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you both shall live.

Jenna, do you take Jarrett to be your husband, to love him, comfort him, honor and keep him in sickness and in health and forsaking all others, be faithful to him, as long as you both shall live.

And now, its time for the exchange of wedding rings. These rings represent the unending commitment between Jenna and Jarrett as they experience marriage. They will serve as a constant reminder of their wedding vows. LETS PRAY.

Dear Heavenly Father, I pray that you will bless these rings. Grant that Jenna and Jarrett may wear them with deep faith in you and in each other. May they do your will and always live together in peace, love and abiding joy. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen!

Jenna and Jarrett, these rings are a symbol of your continued love and commitment to

one another. When you look at your ring, let it be a reminder that this bountiful love is a

choice you make each day, to nurture and to grow together. Let them remind you that Your partner is always with you.

Jarrett, place the ring on Jennas’ finger and repeat after me.

I give you this ring as a symbol of my deep and unconditional love.)----- I promise to devote

myself to you,)----- to honor and cherish you from this day forward.

Jenna, place the ring on Jarrett’s finger and repeat after me.

I give this ring as a symbol of my deep and unconditional love.)------ I promise to devote

myself to you,)------ to honor and cherish you from this day forward.

1 Peter 4:8 says.

Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.

Jenna and Jarrett, having witnessed your marriage vows in the eyes of God and before

family and friends here today. By the power vested in me I now pronounce you

Husband and wife.

Jarrett you may kiss your bride.

Family and friends, I present to you for the first time ever Mr. And Mrs. Jarrett Hendrix.

Jenna and Jarrett would like to thank everyone for coming this evening to celebrate this special day in their lives. They would like to invite each of you to join them at the reception.

Please start by walking around the house to the back for a time of cocktails and charcuterie. And then at 6 pm, make your way to the building on my right for the reception. Once inside, please enter the buffet line and take a seat at any guest table to enjoy your meal.

At this time I will say a blessing over the food.

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before you today with grateful hearts, thankful for the love that has brought us together to celebrate the union of Jarrett and Jenna. We ask for your blessings upon this meal, that it may nourish our bodies and strengthen our spirits.

As we gather in joy and fellowship, may we be reminded of the love that surrounds us and the bonds we share. Bless Jarrett and Jenna as they embark on this beautiful journey together. May their love grow deeper with each passing day, and may they find joy in every moment.

Thank you for the gift of family and friends, and for the precious memories we create today. In your name I pray. Amen.