Sample Ceremony - Spiritual

Friendship is a priceless gift that cannot be bought or sold,
But its values are far greater than a mountain made of gold.
For gold has no ears to listen, no heart to understand,
It cannot bring you comfort or reach out a helping hand.
So when you ask God for a gift, be thankful if He sends
Not diamonds, pearls or riches, but the love of a lifelong friend.

Convocation #4
This marriage and dedication of love has already
taken place in the hearts and minds of _________ &
_________. We are here but to listen to their vows
for our own sake and to help them celebrate their
commitment to each other. It is fitting that those of
you who have played important roles in the lives of
these two people, should be present now to share in
this occasion. May this moment help all of us recall
and renew the joys in our own lives. With this in
mind, let us pray.

Invocation #1
God of Light, who give us the longing for love and
the capability of loving, we give you thanks for
_________ & _________, for their open hearts
and willing spirits and for the example of love that
they embody here in our presence. Be with them on
this joyous occasion of showing their love and making
their vows: and be with us, their witnesses, that
we may all be changed by what is said and witnessed
here. Amen.

Expression of Intent #1
Do you ________, come of your own free will to
this ceremony of marriage to wed ________? --I
do.

Do you ________, come of your own free will to
this ceremony of marriage to wed ________? --I
do.

It is into the Holy Estate of Matrimony that
_________ & _________ come to be joined, each
respecting the free will of the other.

The Sharing of the Wine
Wine is the symbol of the spiritual nature of love and
wisdom. It is the fruit of the vine and the Tree of Life.
Together, partake of its nectar and gladden your hearts
and souls as you journey upon your path together. As
you shared the wine from this cup, so may you draw
contentment, comfort and felicity from the cup of life.

May you find life’s joys heightened, Its bitterness
sweetened and all things hallowed by true companionship
and love.

Address
In a healthy relationship, we accept each of us has
unique thoughts, feelings, interests and viewpoints.
We don’t feel threatened by differences because we
trust, respect and honor each other. Our relationship
doesn't depend on giving up ourselves. We
may share activities, interests and beliefs. We may
agree on many issues and decisions but we are also
free to disagree, to pursue separate interests and
to keep growing and changing in unique ways. Our
personal growth contributes to the deepening and
the strengthening of the relationship.

Joining together is a beautiful human experience
when it is shared by two whole people, complete
within themselves. The space between is not there
to keep us apart. It is a free flowing river over which
we can build a bridge of trust, respect, and love.

Consecration #2
May the promises you make to one another be lived
out to the end of your lives in an atmosphere of
profound joy.

Ring Blessing #1
This is an endless circle, the symbol of the Universe,
of Infinity. It is neither a beginning nor an end. It is
complete in itself, always in peace and harmony. These
wedding rings are the symbols of the unending love
and friendship that you, _________&_________
share. Let your lives come together today and forever,
like the unbroken circles of these rings. Lord, bless
these rings that _________&_________ give to
each other as a sign of their love and friendship.

Ring Exchange
_________, I take you to be my husband. I pledge
my love to you, to work and share with you, and
to discover with you a deeper, fuller and richer life
together. I give you this ring to wear upon your hand
as a symbol of our unity, love, respect and trust.

_________, I take you to be my wife. I pledge
my love to you, to work and share with you, and
to discover with you a deeper, fuller and richer life
together. I give you this ring to wear upon your hand
as a symbol of our unity, love, respect and trust.

May your rings always represent the unbroken
circle of love, given and received freely and
unconditionally.

Pronouncement #1
Now, let each person here offer in his or her own
way, a silent prayer, that the merged spirit of this
gathering engulf and bless the union of _________
&_________.

In as much as _________&_________ have grown
in knowledge, respect and love of one another,
because they have agreed in their desire to travel
forward in life together seeking an ever richer, deepening
relationship; and because they have pledged
themselves to meet all of life’s experiences together,
we, their friends and family rejoice!

In the presence of this company of witnesses, you
have spoken the words and performed the rituals
which now unite your lives. Therefore, by the power
vested in me by the State of Utah I now pronounce
you husband and wife.

Benediction
May the blessing of God rest upon you,
May His peace abide with you,
May His presence illuminate your hearts,
Now and forever. Amen.

The Kiss
As kisses are messengers of love, Kiss now! And may
you have joy and blessings always!
Presentation of the

Newlyweds
To friends and family. I present to you Mr. and Mrs.
_________.