Margaret Pena

We are gathered here today in the presence of God, family, and friends to celebrate the love and marriage between Carlos Valadez and Rachel Pena. Please stand...

Heavenly Father, we humbly bow before you today praising You, Lord, and Your Son, Jesus Christ. Lord, we ask for your blessings upon Carlos and Rachel, as we celebrate this momentous occasion in their lives. Grant them happiness and contentment, as their two lives become one and they explore the depths of their love for one another. Bless their families and friends and the relationships, which have supported, strengthened and sustained them throughout their lives. Bless their home as a place of love and of peace. In the name of Jesus Christ we pray, Amen.

Please face one another and hold hands.

Rachel, do you take Carlos to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, to love, honor, and cherish, in sickness and health, forsaking all others, for as long as you both shall live?

( I do )

Carlos, do you take Rachel to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold from this day forward, to love, honor, and cherish, in sickness and health, forsaking all others, for as long as you both shall live?

( I do )

May we now have the rings?

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.

Carlos, please place this ring on Rachel's finger and repeat after me.

Rachel, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and faithfulness. I choose to share my life's journey with you and pledge to love you today, tomorrow, and always.

Rachel, please place this ring on Carlos's finger and repeat after me.

Carlos, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and faithfulness. I choose to share my life's journey with you and pledge to love you today, tomorrow, and always.

Carlos and Rachel, you have pledged your faith to each other in the company of your family and friends. I want to wish you both much love and happiness as you begin your new journey. Remember to keep lots of laughter in your life and love will never be far behind.

By the power vested in me by the State of Texas, I now pronounce you husband and wife.

Carlos, you may kiss the bride.

Family and friends, I am proud to present to you for the first time as husband and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Carlos Valadez.