Timothy R. Birdsall

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join Amanda Martin and James Wicker in the spiritual union of marriage.

This contract is not to be entered into lightly but thoughtfully and seriously, and with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities. Please remember that love, loyalty, and understanding are the foundations of a happy and enduring home.

Amanda Martin and James Wicker will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Amanda Martin take James Wicker to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto (him/her/them) for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Do you James Wicker take Amanda Martin to be your lawfully wedded partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in health, in good times and woe, for richer or poorer, keeping yourself unto (him/her/them) for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Amanda Martin and James Wicker will now exchange rings as a symbol of their love and commitment.

*(Ring Exchange)*

By the authority vested in me by American Marriage Ministries and the State of Iowa I now pronounce you married!