Cooper James Wayrynen

All please rise for the entrance of the bride!

Who gives away this woman, to marry this man?

DAD: I do

You are not losing your daughter, rather gaining a red headed son.

Please be seated

MARRIAGE, marriage IS WHAT BRINGS US TOGETHAH TODAY. MARRIAGE THAT BLESSED ARRAIGNMENT, THAT DREAM WITHIN A DREAM…. Whoops sorry wrong script

As we gather here today to celebrate the union of Casey Wayrynen and Jared Stauffeneker, let us first take a moment to acknowledge the loved ones who are with us in spirit. As you walked in, you may have noticed a table adorned with pictures of those who have passed, each holding a special place in our hearts. Their presence is felt deeply today as we celebrate this joyous occasion. We are grateful for the love and guidance they have provided, shaping Casey and Jared into the wonderful individuals they are today.

Opening prayer: "Hand in hand, we come before you Lord. As we step out in faith, we ask You to take this couple into Your hands. Help them, Lord, to keep firm in the commitments they are making. Guide them as they become a family, as they each change through the years. Strengthen their commitment to You and each other in Jesus name I pray. Amen."

On behalf of the bride and groom, along with their families, welcome to this special occasion as we celebrate one of God's greatest creations. The gift of love, the gift of marriage. When two people from different walks of life, different up bringingings, different families, are joined together as one in the covenant of love under God in front of those closest to them. So thank you for joining us and being a part of this joyous celebration. For those of you who may not know me, my name is Cooper Wayrynen. This is a unique situation for me because not only am I this beautiful bride's twin brother, but I also happen to be one of the groom's best friends. (Well at least up until he started dating my sister) I was a little surprised when they asked me to do this but the more I thought about it, I realized what an honor it would be to stand up here before them and everyone here and join my little sister and one of my best friends in the unity of marriage. Definitely goes without saying that this is a little out of my comfort zone, standing up in front of over 200 people talking about something I’ve yet to experience in my life, ironic some may say. With that being said this is my first time officiating a wedding so bear with me! And if you like what you see, I am open for business. But I am truly honored to have such an important role during such an intimate and important part of your lives. Weddings aren’t just about the day, they’re about the love behind it. Although this is the beginning of your journey as one, your love story didn’t begin today.

Today we bear witness to a love story that began long before either of these two met as lovers; it began in the playful echo of childhood friendship. As I said, many of you know that Jared and Casey have been connected their entire lives—Jared was one of my best friends growing up. It’s almost as if fate decided early on that these two would never really be strangers to one another. I guess throughout the years, it may go without saying that there was a quiet, unassuming spark that was building up between Casey and Jared. And one day, without any grand fanfare or dramatic cliffhanger, that spark quietly transformed into the unmistakable glow of “the one.” In a world swirling with endless possibilities, their journey reminds us that sometimes the most extraordinary love stories are written in the small, unspoken moments that build over years—moments that, like a perfectly timed punchline, make you realize that love doesn’t always announce itself with a loud fanfare; sometimes, it simply “just happens out of the blue.”

Being an hour and 17 minutes older than Casey, I’ve had the privilege of literally walking through every season of life with her. I was there for all the boys, and in many cases, all the breakups as well. Some of whom were also my friends, but if I’m being completely honest, this one hit me by surprise. Jared asked me if he can take Casey on a date back in 2018 while I was training down in Pensacola FL. At the time, I didn’t think much of it. Kinda weird he waited till I moved away from home and joined the service but whatever. Fast forward a few months, they start dating. Can’t say I was really around much through their dating years as i was only home a couple weeks at time but it must have gone pretty good considering where we are today. 7 years later, I was working the mid shift so I got off work at 8am, and woke up to a call from Jerry around 1400, which I thought was kinda odd cause he didn’t call much out of the blue unless he needed my Hulu password. I had a feeling I knew what it was so I answered. He could tell I had just woken up. And proceeded to tell me he just talked to my dad and Paisley and they gave him their blessing to marry Casey so he wanted to know if he had mine. So I asked what my dad said, he told me so I said if my dads good with it then so am I. My only stipulation was he got benefits prior to today, which he did so I guess that means as of today, you officially have my blessing. After that a couple weeks go by and they all come to my house in South Carolina for thanksgiving. Of all the places he could have done it in my beautiful coastal town of Beaufort, SC. He decides to propose to her in the pitch black at the bottom of my driveway.. Meanwhile, while I’m inside on the toilet, I hear all the commotion but just assume Paisley did something worth the commotion. It never crossed my mind that it was that considering the time, we had just finished dinner and it was pitch black outside.. and we were at my house. But needless to say I finish my business and walk out to Casey flashing her diamond at me. Of all the places in my beautiful coastal town, he picked the bottom of my gravel driveway… he said he just couldn’t wait any longer. But never did I imagine that 7 years later after asking to take her on a date, I would be up at an altar marrying you to my twin sister but here we are. So with all that being said, I appreciate that you respect me enough as your friend to want my blessing every step of the way in your relationship. Let it be known that by me standing before you today, you have my blessing to have children with my twin sister. Please for the love of God do not call me and ask prior to doing that.

Everyone tells you that you should marry for love, and this is true but I think our culture has a poor definition of what love is. When most people think of the word love, they think about romance, but the reality is romance is a very small part of being married and the rest of it is dishes and groceries and laundry and bills and arguments over putting the toilet seats down. Although I’ve yet to experience the one, love in my experience is not just romance, love is when you admit to your spouse that you made a mistake, and you crush your own ego in order to apologize. Love is when you tell your spouse about something that they’ve done wrong, not to chastise them or belittle them, but to help them become a better person. Love is being partners through all the nitty gritty parts of life and choosing to work together despite your individual flaws, to become a couple who can achieve so much more together than they ever could separately. In the bible, 1 Corinthians (13:4-7) says "Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."People say that true love lasts, but that’s not because it’s magical and just works forever. It’s because when you truly love someone, you put in the work day in and day out.

Happiness in marriage is not something that just happens.

A good marriage must be created. In marriage the little things are the big things.

It is never being too old to hold hands.

It is remembering to say "I love you" at least once a day.

It is never going to sleep angry.

It is at no time taking the other for granted; the courtship should not end with the honeymoon, it should continue through the years.

It is having a mutual sense of values and common objectives.

It is standing together facing the world. It is forming a circle of love that gathers the whole family.

It is doing things for each other, not in the attitude of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy.

It is speaking words of appreciation and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.

It is not looking for perfection in each other.

It is cultivating flexibility, patience, understanding and a sense of humour.

It is having the capacity to forgive and forget.

It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow old.

It is a common search for the good and the beautiful.

It is establishing a relationship in which the independence is equal, dependence is mutual and the obligation is reciprocal.

It is not only marrying the right partner; it is being the right partner.

Never lose sight of what brought you together and the commitment you’re going to make today to each other. Share the quiet moments, never stop pursuing each other and build a life and future together. You’ve both been blessed to have such good examples of love in your lives. Between both your parents being married over 30 years, grandparents over 50 years, and everyone here who’s made this commitment to each other. As you walk through this new journey together, you can trust that all those who are here today witnessing this covenant will keep you on the path when you start to veer off. That’s the promise we make to you.

If there’s anyone here who objects to these two getting married, speak now or forever hold your peace.

I’ll wait while we go to a quick intermission….

I’m just kidding, seriously though no one?!

Okay, I guess I shall proceed.

The couple would now like to partake in a Sand Unity Ceremony

Reading:

Sand is poured into a glass vessel by each partner simultaneously. The two different sands swirl and mix into each other as they are poured, representing the two becoming one. Let this always be a reminder of the commitment you made today in the covenant of love. A commitment to one another that can’t be unbroken as every grain of sand is intertwined together. The sand they’re using comes from the beaches of Saint Helena island which is where they got engaged. It’s only fitting this reminder is built from where this new journey began.

Please take each others hands. Please take a good look at your partner's hands so you may see the gift they are to you. These are the hands of your best friend, young and strong and full of love for you. That is holding yours on your wedding day as you promise to love each other, today, tomorrow and forever. These are the hands that will work alongside yours as together you build your future. These are the hands that will passionately love you and cherish you through the years, and with the slightest touch will comfort you like no other. These are the hands that will hold you when fear and grief fill your mind. These are the hands that will countlessly wipe the tears from your eye, tears of sorrow and tears of joy. These are the hands that will give you strength when you need it. And lastly, these are the hands that even when wrinkled and aged, will still be reaching for yours.

[Cooper Wayrynen to receive the rings from whoever is holding them.]

You will now affirm your intent to marry by gifting a ring to one another. To yourself and to each other, this ring stands as the symbol of your commitment and a daily reminder of your devotion. To the rest of the world, this ring will explain that you are not flirting but just happen to be out and friendly. As you place this ring on your partner’s finger, so too do you bind your commitment to it.

Traditionally delivered as a ‘repeat after me’ between the officiant and the partners, with each repeating the declaration while placing a ring on the other’s finger.

[Officiant with Jared repeating while placing a ring on the other’s finger:]

Repeat after me as you place the ring on Casey’s finger.

With my whole heart, I take you as my wife,

acknowledging your strengths and accepting your faults, as you do mine

I will be yours in plenty and in want,

in sickness and in health,

in joy and in sorrow,

in failure and in triumph.

I promise to be faithful and supportive and to make our love and happiness a priority.

You are my person, my love and my life, today and always.

Officiant: Do you, Jared Carl Stauffeneker, take Casey to be your lawfully wedded [wife], your constant friend and partner in all the adventures that life has in store for you, for as long as you both shall live?

Jared: I do.

[Officiant with Casey repeating while placing a ring on the other’s finger:]

Repeat after mem as you place the ring on Jared’s finger.

With my whole heart, I take you as my husband,

acknowledging your strengths and accepting your faults, as you do mine

I will be yours in plenty and in want,

in sickness and in health,

in joy and in sorrow,

in failure and in triumph.

I promise to be faithful and supportive and to make our love and happiness a priority.

You are my person, my love and my life, today and always.

Officiant: Do you, Casey Lynne Wayrynen , take Jared to be your lawfully wedded [husband], your constant friend and partner in all the adventures that life has in store for you, for as long as you both shall live?

Jared Stauffeneker : I do.

[Officiant walks to the side]

Casey Wayrynen and Jared Stauffeneker have declared their intent of commitment to one another, as witnessed by all of us. "Two people in love do not live in isolation. Their love is a source of strength with which they may nourish not only each other but also the world around them. Every single person here is important to the couple and will continue to be past this day. While there are some not able to be here with us today, you are a group of the most important people in Casey and Jareds life. People they love, trust, and hold closest to their hearts. I now ask you, the witnesses, who will support this couple in tough times and celebrate them in happy times? Who will surround them in love, support them in being steadfast in their promises and the family they are creating/making today. If yes, say we do."

Audience: We do!

Matthew 19:6 "So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate."

Step off to the side to get out of the picture!!!!

Then by the power invested in me by the great state of New Hampshire, I now pronounce you husband and wife. Jerry, you may kiss my twin sister.

Casey are you sure you don’t won’t to keep our last name and just hyphenate it?

Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you for the first time, the 2015 Masecenic Regional High School Male and Female athletes of the year, Mr and Mrs Jared Stauffeneker.