1. Introduction Pg.9
What is a ceremony and how to use the book with the numbered selections
2. Considerations Pg.12
Some bloopers and mistakes we have encountered in over 1200 weddings
3. Rehearsals Pg.19
Suggestions and a sample chart on how to get your wedding party to where they belong
4. Processional Pg.22
What it takes to get down the aisle
5. Greeting Pg.30
14 Opportunities to say Welcome and Let Us Begin!
6. Sacred Readings Pg.38
15 Choices from Christian, Jewish and other World Religions
7. Non-Sacred Readings Pg.49
45 Selections of poetry and prose, from serious to light hearted
8. Musical Interlude Pg.76
That says it all, with some additional ideas
9. Reflection Pg.77
An opportunity to say a few special words about your love, life, and family
10. Declaration of Intent Pg.78
13 Ways to say “Have you come here freely and without reservation...”
11. Pledge of Support Pg.82
14 Choices for family and friends with 2 commitment ceremonies for Step-Children
12. Vows Pg.87
10 Vow formulas, and 25 “I Promise...” statements, all the words you need to write your own vows
13. Blessing of Rings Pg.95
6 Selections
14. Exchange of Rings Pg.97
10 Ways to say Take this Ring as a sign of my love and fidelity”
15. Pronouncement Pg.99
10 Choices to proclaim you are Husband and Wife
16. Final Blessing Pg.102
11 Blessings with 7 additional suggestions from the non-sacred reading chapter
17. Rituals Pg.107
18 Unique ways to highlight and personalize your ceremony
18. Recessional Pg.122
Thoughts of how to transition from ceremony to the rest of your day
Addendum Pg.124
A blank, numbered processional line up sheet and selection sheet for all.
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