The ceremony is the heart and purpose of your wedding. Give it the attention it deserves!
Things to Consider
Some of these are standard and necessary while others are optional.
- The location
- The time
- The style
- The theme and colors
- The minister
- The decor and flowers
- The lighting and sound
- The seating (where guests sit and how they get to their seats)
- The wedding party
- The ceremony accessories (unity candle, Bible, flower girl basket, etc.)
- The order of service
- The programs
- The guest book
- The music
- The prayers
- The readings
- The unity ceremony
- The processional
- The giving of the bride
- The welcome
- The questions of intent
- The sermon
- The vows
- The exchange of rings
- The pronouncement
- The kiss
- The introduction
- The recessional
- The comfort of the guests
- The duties of ushers and others
- Photography during the ceremony
- The coordinator
This is a long list and I’m pretty sure I’ve still left out some little detail. Don’t be overwhelmed! Just ignore what doesn’t apply to you and systematically work through what does.
