Ronnie P Richard

We’re gathered here today to celebrate the spiritual union of Donna Nichole Crook and Jermey Patrick Venable in marriage.

We often say that love is an action – something we must demonstrate daily. Well, marriage is like that, too. It’s consistent support through life’s ups and downs. It’s the big gestures, like planning a surprise weekend getaway. And the small gestures, like breakfast in bed or holding hands. It’s taking turns with the laundry, and wiping away each other’s tears. It’s making time to cuddle on the couch, reviewing the budget, and saving that last slice of pie. It’s waking up every morning knowing this person is the one you want beside you. It’s putting each other first, and never taking your love for granted. 

Donna and Jeremy , you’ve both had life experiences that have shown you the true meaning of marriage – what a true marriage can be when two people embrace the action of love. You’ve learned what’s important to you, and the kind of partner you want to be. Your unique journeys have brought you to this moment, with a new chance at love built on wisdom, experience, and a deeper understanding of what this commitment truly means.

DECLARATION OF INTENT (THE 'I DO'S)

WEDDING OFFICIANT

Donna, do you take Jeremy to be your husband to honor, cherish, and support for as long as your love shall last? 

I do. 

WEDDING OFFICIANT

Jeremy do you take Donna to be your wife, to honor, cherish, and support for as long as your love shall last? 

I do. 

EXCHANGE OF WRITTEN VOWS (PERSONAL VOW EXCHANGE)

You’ve both chosen to write personal vows as an authentic expression of your love. Donna, please read your vows now.  

[reads her written vows.]

WEDDING OFFICIANT

Jeremy, please read your vows now. 

[reads his written vows.]

EXCHANGE OF WEDDING RINGS

WEDDING OFFICIANT

As a lasting symbol of these promises and the spiritual bond of marriage, Donna and Jeremy will now exchange wedding rings. 

These rings have been forged through heat and hammer, and polished with patience and care, into the beautiful bands you see now. Though they look delicate, they are surely made to last, and will become ever more cherished over time. Wear them each day as a reminder of your marriage vows, and the gift of love you share.

Donna, please place the ring on Jeremy ’s finger, and repeat after me – 

‘With this ring, I thee wed.’

WEDDING OFFICIANT

Jeremy, please place the ring on Donna’s finger, and repeat after me – 

‘With this ring, I thee wed.’

OFFICIANT'S CLOSING WORDS & PRONOUNCEMENT OF MARRIAGE 

WEDDING OFFICIANT

As you start this new adventure together, remember that marriage – like love – is an action. Nurture it, protect it, demonstrate it, with every gesture and word, every day. 

By the power invested in me by the State of Louisiana, I now pronounce you husband and wife. Jeremy you may now kiss your bride.