Michelle Marie Allen

(5-5:10pm)

Before the wedding party :(Minister to reception)

“Welcome everyone! We’re so glad you’re here! Please take your seats, and we ask that you reframe from taking pictures out in the aisle as the bride and groom walk down After the ceremony, exit to your left and please join us inside for the reception, get your drinks and find your seat by 6pm, tables will be called to get food. We invite you to enjoy that time as the couple step away for photos and will rejoin you.

Now, silence your phones, no talking, and no photos, Thank you. Let’s begin.

Order of entry:

(The officiant, followed by grandparents, parents, the groom, and ..)

CUE 1 (5:15pm) - Music - Marrakech

(The bride walks down)

CUE 2 (5:17pm) -Music off and Mic Up

Invocation: (Minister to reception)

This is a special time of celebration that Zachery and Drew will remember, and because of this, they are thankful you are here today to share in their joy.

Readings: (Minister)

I'd like to share the sweet story of how Zack and Drew met.

As young teens the couple met through a mutual estranged friend. Drew immediately struck Zach as sweet and genuine. He and Drew kept in touch and grew closer, they became each other’s closest friends.

The more time they spent together, the more they both realized there was something special between them, a strong bond.

They made each other feel safe. She made him feel comfortable to be himself, and he was always there for her to keep her company at times when she was alone.

Unfortunately, others that disapproved of the two being friends eventually separated them for nearly ten years.

One night, Drew had a vivid dream of Zachary. The experience felt like a sign from the universe to find him. And indeed, it was.

When she reached out, she discovered he had been trying to contact her for years.

They reconnected and began dating.

Deep down, Drew had known since they were kids that Zach was the one she wanted to marry, and Zach always had a hunch that Drew was the one.

And to this day, they remain each other’s best friends and one true love.

Declaration of Intent: (Minister to Zachery, then Drew)

__Zachery__, will you take __Drew__,

Whose hand you hold, choosing her alone to be your lawfully wedded wife? Will you live with her in the state of true matrimony? Will you love her and comfort her through good and bad, in sickness and health, honoring her at all times, and being faithful to her?

Zachery Answer - "I do"

__Drew__, will you take __Zachery__,

Whose hand you hold, choosing him alone to be your lawfully wedded husband? Will you live with him in the state of true matrimony? Will you love him and comfort him through good and bad, in sickness and health, honoring him at all times, and being faithful to him?

Drew Answer - "I do"

[Vow exchanges between Partners]

Ring Exchange: (Minister to Zacher, then Drew)

Zachery and Drew will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment they have promised to one another. The ring, an unbroken circle, represents unending love. As often as either of you look upon these rings, may you be reminded of this moment and the love you have promised to one another.

_Zachery_, please place this ring on __Drew’s__ finger and repeat after me.

_Drew_, "I give you this ring as a sign of my faithful devotion. I will always love you, cherish you, and honor the vows spoken here today

_Drew_, please place this ring on _Zachery’s_ finger and repeat after me.

_Zachery_, "I give you this ring as a sign of my faithful devotion. I will always love you, cherish you, and honor the vows spoken here today

Pronouncement: (Minister)

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the state of Texas, I now pronounce you, husband and wife.

Zachery, you may now kiss your bride!

(Minister to reception)

Ladies and gentlemen, it is my honor to present to you all, Mister and Misses Rice!

CUE 3 -Music – Special to Me

Recessional:

Bride and Groom walk down the aisle, followed by wedding party, and parents.