Anika S. Benson

INVOCATION

Family, Friends, and Loved Ones,

We are gathered here today in the presence of God and as witnesses to celebrate the marriage of Nakia Bell and Jahmeil Ragin in holy matrimony. Surrounded by your love and support, we come together in this beautiful place to share in their joy as they begin their new life together as one.

TO THE BRIDE & GROOM

The contract of marriage is most solemn and is not to be entered into lightly, but thoughtfully and seriously, with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities.

Remember that love, loyalty, communication, understanding, with the ability to forgive, and the unwavering commitment to fight for each other are the foundations of a happy and enduring home. No other human ties are more tender, and no other vows more important than those you are about to pledge.

May your journey together be blessed with steadfast support and lasting love.

Declaration of Intent

I ask you both 

OFFICIANT (to JAHMEIL RAGIN)  

JAHMEIL RAGIN do you take NAKIA BELL to be your lawfully wedded wife?

Will you respect, honor, and cherish her; love, trust, and commit to her, through joy and pain, in sickness and in health, and whatever life may bring, until death do you part?

 JAHMEIL answer: I Do

OFFICIANT (to NAKIA BELL )

NAKIA BELL Do you take JAHMEIL RAGIN to be your lawfully wedded husband ?

Will you respect, honor, and cherish him; love, trust, and commit to him, through joy and pain, in sickness and in health, and whatever life may bring, until death do you part?

NAKIA Answer: I Do

RING EXCHANGE & VOWS

NOTE: the Rings Please place in the Wedding Officiant’s Hand. Bride and Groom place your hands on top of my hand as We bless your rings.

The wedding ring is an unbroken circle, symbolizing infinity and representing eternal love and commitment within a relationship. Wear these rings as a reminder of the vows you have just taken. As you look at these rings on your hands, may you be reminded of this moment.

Bless these rings, O Lord, and grant that Jahmeil and Nakia, who wear them, may remain faithful to each other, abide in Your peace and favor, and live together in love until their lives' end. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

THE RINGS/OFFICIANT (to JAHMEIL take NAKIA ring from my hand then

 The rings – place the ring halfway up each finger, and hold there till after vows are spoken.

Jahmeil & Nakia has written their own vows.

Jahmeil vow to Nakia

Nakia vow to Jahmeil

Couples Pray Together

Pronouncement

OFFICIANT (to couple):

Jahmeil and Nakia, having declared your love and commitment to each other in the presence of God and your loved ones, and by the authority vested in me by the American Marriage Ministry and the state of Pennsylvania, it is my honor and joy to pronounce you husband and wife!

😘You may seal your union with a KISS😘

OFFICIANT (to congregation): 

😘AFTER THE KISS. GUEST, PLEASE STAND FAMILY & FRIEND PLEASE STAY IN YOUR PLACES THE COUPLE WILL BE GOING RIGHT INTO THEIR 1ST DANCE AFTER THE CLOSE OUT

May this union between JAHMEIL and NAKIA provide love and support as they now begin their life journey together; we pray that God will continuously guide their paths both individually and as husband and wife. 

As a dear friend, it fills my heart with joy to introduce you, for the very first time, as husband and wife: Mr. and Mrs. Ragin.