Darlene Williams-Prades

Dearly Beloved and Honored Guests,

We are gathered together here to join Shamia Richardson and Howard 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.

Shamia Richardson and Howard will now share their vows.

*(Vows)*

Do you Shamia Richardson take this man Howard 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 for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Do you Howard take this woman Shamia Richardson 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 her for as long as you both shall live?

*(Wait for Confirmation)*

Shamia Richardson and Howard 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 Maryland I now pronounce you wife and husband!