Roch S. Jones

Marriage is a sacred dedication – a beautiful surrender into the hands of the one you love. In this union, you trust and give generously, receiving the greatest gift, each other’s love and life.

Declaration of Intent:

Today marks a new chapter in your journey together. Before this moment, you have been many things to one another; now, you are here to make a profound commitment to love one another. After these vows, you will proudly say to the world, “This is my husband; This is my wife.”

While it is simple to stand here and speak these words, living them day by day is far more challenging. Love is not a constant; it evolves and shifts. We often forget that relationships have their ups and downs. We may expect unwavering performance and continuity, but true love, like life, thrives in change, growth, and freedom. Therefore, what you promise today must be renewed and reaffirmed with each passing tomorrow.

Vows:

Peter, do you take Elizabeth to be your wife for all your days, the companion of your heart and the love of your life? Will you stand united in the face of adversity, in good time and in bad, supporting, caring for, and cherishing her for the rest of your days? In God’s eyes, do you wish to marry Elizabeth and join your life with hers?

Peter: I do.

Elizabeth, do you take Peter to be your husband for all your days, the companion of your heart and the love of your life? Will you stand united in the face of adversity, in good time and in bad, supporting, caring for and cherishing him for the rest of your days? In God’s eyes, do you wish to marry Peter and join your life with his?

Elizabeth: I do.

Exchange of Rings:

May I have the rings please? These rings hold deep symbolic meaning. The circle represents totality, wholeness, perfection, and the infinite. It signifies the eternal cycle of life, embodying both potential and completion. These rings serve as constant reminders of your bond – a visible symbol of your commitment to one another.

Peter, please place this ring on Elizabeth’s finger and repeat after me: “Let this ring be a symbol of my promises to you and a reminder of my devotion to you. I am honored to call you, my wife.

Elizabeth, please place this ring on Peter’s finger and repeat after me: “Let this ring be a symbol of my promises to you and a reminder of the devotion to you. I am honored to call you, my husband.

Peter, would you like to take a minute to give Elizabeth your personal vows?

Peter’s personal vows:

Elizabeth, would you like to take a minute to give Peter your personal vows?

Elizabeth’s personal vows:

You have both vowed yourselves to each other in love and compassion, embracing the responsibilities of a profound relationship. In the presence of your witnesses, Zoe and Tucker, you unite this family as one from this day forward.

Pronouncement:

By the power vested in me by the State of Hawaii, I now pronounce you husband and wife.

Kiss:

You may kiss the bride.

Presentation:

I present to you Mr. and Mrs. Nilsen.