Anika S. Benson

INVOCATION

We are gathered here today in the presence of God and as witnesses to celebrate the marriage of Nelirmarie Leon and Kamil Switaj in holy matrimony. Surrounded by your love and support, we come together in this beautiful place to share in their joy as they begin their new life together.

TO THE PARENTS/ FAMILY

Today, we will witness the coming together of not only NELLY and KAMIL but also their families. To honor the impact their families have had on their lives. 

I want to ask! Mr. ??? Names , Do you give your blessing to the union of NELLY and KAMIL?

Answer:

👩🏽‍❤️‍👨🏽TO THE BRIDE & GROOM

NELLY and KAMIL, the Covenant of marriage is Sacred, and is not to be entered into lightly, but thoughtfully and seriously with a deep realization of its obligations and responsibilities.

It is a Covenant that Carries Weight. It demands love, loyalty, communication, understanding, forgiveness, and a commitment to stand by each other, no matter what life brings.

These are the foundations of a happy and enduring home. No other human ties are more tender, and no other vows are more important than those you are about to pledge.

Genesis 2:24 says a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife and the two shall become one flesh. Today that scripture becomes your reality.

DECLARATION OF INTENT

KAMIL, do you take NELLY to be your lawfully wedded wife

Will you respect, honor, and cherish her;

Love, Trust, and commit to her,

through joy and pain, in sickness and in health,

and whatever life may throw at you both

Until death do you part?

(KAMIL responds)

NELLY, do you take KAMIL to be your lawfully wedded husband

Will you respect, honor, and cherish him;

Love, Trust, and commit to him,

through joy and pain, in sickness and in health,

and whatever life may throw at you both

Until death do you part?

(NELLY responds)

💍RING EXCHANGE & VOWS

Officiant Says:
Ask for the Rings "Please place the rings in the officiant’s hand to be blessed."

The exchange of rings represents your commitment to each other,

an unbroken circle of love. Let these rings remind you of the vows you've made

and this cherished moment.

Ring Blessing

Bless these rings, O LORD, and grant that NELLY and KAMIL, who GIVE them and WEAR them, may always live in faithfulness, unity, love, and peace. Amen.

Repeat After Me

I KAMIL, with this ring, give you my heart.

This ring is a symbol of my lasting love and loyalty.

My heart will be your shelter, and my arms your home.

From this day forward, I choose you—now and forever.”

NELLY Repeats (after saying full name), broken into short phrases:

I, NELLY, with this ring, give you my heart.

This ring is a symbol of my lasting love and loyalty.

My heart will be your shelter, and my arms your home.

From this day forward, I choose you—now and forever.”

📝Signing the Marriage Certificate

Now, as part of the legal proceedings, NELLY and KAMIL will sign their marriage certificate. This document represents your commitment to each other and the legal acknowledgment of your union. Please invite your two chosen witnesses, to join you for this important moment.

🙏🏽PRONOUNCEMENT

DONNA and KAMIL, having proclaimed your love and commitment to each other in the presence of God and your loved ones, and, By the authority vested in me by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania,

it is my Greatest Joy and Privilege to pronounce you husband and wife!

💋THE KISS