Jonathon Sparling James

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join Richard and Kristie 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 God's love pouring into both of you, loyalty, and understanding are the foundations of a happy and enduring home.

Richard I have known you for several years, first as a co worker then as a friend. We have talked about many things. We have shared the same stressful workplace and all the drama that entailed. Your life began to come to this day when you started to change your mindset. Kristie, I only met you a couple weeks ago but I can see that you are exactly the

woman that Richard needs.

Let us pray

Gracious God, our hearts are filled with great happiness on this the wedding day of Richard and Kristie. They come before you, pledging their lives and their hearts to one another. Grant that they may be ever true and loving, living together in such a way as to never bring heartbreak into their marriage.

Richard and Kristie will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Richard take this woman Kristie 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 Kristie take this man Richard 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)*

Richard and Kristie will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment.

*(Ring Exchange)*

Family Unity Painting

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the State of Oregon I now pronounce you husband and wife!

Congratulations Mr and Mrs Simpson!!