Alyssa Mary Cutler

Minister: Welcome, and thank you all for joining us for this joyous occasion. Together, we are gathered here to witness a truly special ceremony: the union of Tiffany and Joanna before God.

Tiffany and Joanna, today we celebrate the power of your love and the strength of your bond.

Before we begin, take a moment to look around at the many friendly faces before you. Know that all are here to offer love, support, and encouragement as you embark on this incredible journey together.

As the Bible reminds us in Corinthians, "If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing."

May this ceremony provide you with wonderful memories to look back on and treasure for the rest of your days.

Family Blessing

Minister: Who gives this Who gives this Bride today?

Bride's Companion: I do

Minister: If anyone has cause to object to the forming of this union, speak now or forever hold your peace.

Wedding Sermon

Minister: Tiffany and Joanna, as you stand here today before God , realize that you are

preparing to celebrate one of life's greatest gifts, the depths of which you have only begun to

explore. Your level of love and commitment is something that many seek, but not everyone

finds. The bond you share is a rarity in this world, and its fruits more valuable than any

precious stone or metal.

Marriage, of course, is more than a formal exchange of rings. It is a sacred and solemn

promise to one another that no matter what, you're in this together. Life is full of surprises –

both positive and negative. By nature, it's impossible to know what is around the next bend. However, with a trusted partner by your side, you may take comfort in the unknown. Whatever

storms may come, you will weather them together. That is the beauty of love: not only does it

cradle us when we are feeling weak and tired, it creates a solid foundation on which we can

always rely.

Henceforth, your lives will become permanently intertwined. The union you form today is built

to withstand any and all challenges. Through sorrow and joy, through failure and success,

through despair and triumph, your bond will persevere – buoyed by the everlasting love you

share. With the vows exchanged today, you will both finalize this promise and begin life anew,

together.

Consecration

Minister: As we gather here under the eyes of God, let us also recognize the seriousness of

the occasion. Marriage is a profound, sincere commitment, and one worthy of our reverence.

The Bible makes note of the power of partnership in Ecclesiastes. It reminds us that "Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone?"

I will now invite the couple to exchange their vows.

Vows

Minister: Tiffany and Joanna, you have prepared vows of commitment to share with one

another.

Tiffany, would you like to go first?

Tiffany: (Bride states their vow...)

Minister: Joanna, whenever you're ready.

Joanna: (Bride states their vow...)

Declaration of Intent

Minister: Tiffany and Joanna, you will now hold hands.

Tiffany, do you take Joanna as your Wife and your companion? Do you promise to share her

laughter during the good times and wipe her tears during the bad, from this day forward?

Tiffany: I Do

Minister: Joanna, do you take Tiffany as your Wife and companion? Do you promise to share her laughter during the good times and wipe her tears during the bad, from this day forward?

Joanna: I Do

Minister: Let us proceed.

Hand Fasting

Minister: Tiffany and Joanna, having spoken the official words, now it is time for the fasting of your hands that will seal your union on a spiritual level. This ritual is one of deep

significance. Please interlace your hands together, taking care to breathe slowly and focus on

the connection being created.

Tiffany and Joanna will join hands, right-hand to right-hand and left-hand to left-hand, in an

interlocking fashion. (Note: they may need help with this step, so be prepared to assist them

with hand placement)

Look deep into each other's eyes, and remember all you have experienced together – both the

highs and the lows. Henceforth, you will be united in partnership – ready to support one

another through both the joys and the sorrows.

It's now time to fasten your hands together, a tradition that has spanned generations. This act

symbolizes a deep commitment to your shared union.

(Officiant will now wrap the hand-fasting ribbon around couple's interlocked hands several

times).

Just as your hands are bound before us today, so too will your lives become. While this ribbon

will soon be unwrapped, your spirits will forever be joined in unity from this moment forward.

Let us acknowledge this special bond you share, and may your relationship be blessed with joy

and happiness.

*Officiant pauses for effect, and then unwraps ribbon*

Ring Exchange

Minister: The wedding ring is a symbol of the unending power of love between two beings. Its

circular shape has no beginning and no end, representing a boundless spiritual connection.

The rings should be worn proudly as a symbol of the commitment between you and your

spouse. Even when you find yourselves apart, your rings will provide a powerful reminder of the love you share.

Please repeat after me:

With this ring, I, Joanna, commit my love to you, Tiffany, for all time, giving you all that I am and all that I will be. Please accept it as a symbol of my love.

With this ring, I, Tiffany, commit my love to you, Joanna for all time, giving you all that I am

and all that I will be. Please accept it as a symbol of my love.

Pronouncement

Minister: Family and friends, by the power vested in me by the American Marriage Ministries and the State of Kentucky, I now formally pronounce you wife and wife! Let

us celebrate their blessed union!

Kiss

Minister: Tiffany, you may now kiss the Bride.

Presentation

Minister: Tiffany and Joanna, may you enjoy a lifetime of sunrises and sunsets together.

Ladies and Gentlemen, allow me to present, for the first time, Mrs. and Mrs. Castle!