The Story About Your Wedding Ceremony
Let’s talk about the wedding ceremony script.
“When I create a custom wedding ceremony script for my clients,
I follow a flexible format that can be adjusted to fit their preferences.
Elements can always be added, removed, or rearranged”
Ceremony Styles Included:
Civil Ceremony – Simple, classic, and elegant
Spiritual Ceremony – Gentle references to faith, blessings, or prayers
Romantic Ceremony – Poetic and heartfelt, rich with emotion
Fun & Lighthearted – A touch of humor and personality
Bilingual (English & Spanish) – Perfect for multicultural families
Short & Sweet Elopement – Minimal, meaningful, and to the point
Unity Ceremony Add-ons – Options like candle lighting, sand blending, handfasting, and more
These ceremony samples are here to spark ideas and bring your vision to life.
Combining elements or customizing them to create a ceremony that truly feels like you.
The typical order looks like this
Opening Blessing/Moment of Silence
The Bond of Family
Rituals/Readings
Words of advice to the couple
Dedication/Notes of Appreciation
DECLARATION OF INTENT (legally required)
Exchange of Vows
Blessing/Introduction of Rings
Exchange of Rings
Closing/Blessing
PRONOUNCEMENT OF MARRIAGE (legally required)
The kiss
Recessional (exit of the couple and the bridal party)
Final instructions you would like to give to the guests after the recession.
Pro Tip:
Every legal wedding ceremony must include two key elements: the “Declaration of Intent” (the “I do’s”) and the Pronouncement of Marriage.
Beyond those essentials, there are many meaningful additions you can include to personalize your ceremony.
From planting a tree or tying a symbolic handfasting cord, to creating a love letter and wine box time capsule to open on a future anniversary, these unique rituals help tell your story and add heartfelt depth to your special day.
✨ Want Something One-of-a-Kind?
As an experienced officiant and writer, I offer custom ceremony writing services for couples who want to tell their love story in a deeply personal way.
I’ll work with you to craft a script that reflects your values, beliefs, and vibe — whether it’s poetic, spiritual, humorous, or deeply romantic.
📩 Contact me here to learn more or book a writing consultation.
Helping a Loved One Officiate?
If a friend or family member is officiating your ceremony, I’ve created a simple digital guide to help them write and perform a beautiful, heartfelt wedding.
It’s perfect for first-time officiants who want to feel confident and prepared.
