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Option #2
Today we are here to join Bride & Groom in marriage, and
to share with them one of the most memorable events of
their lives.

Bride & Groom... on this day of your marriage, you stand
somewhat apart from all other human beings. You stand
within the charmed circle of your love- and this is as it
should be. But love is not meant to be the possession of
two people alone. Rather, it should serve as a source of
common energy, as a form in which you find the strength to
live your lives with courage. The lvoe you share with each
other will bring you closer together than before. At the
same time, your love should give you the strength to stand
apart, to seek out your unique destinies, to make your
special contribution to the world. From this day on, you will
be more than Groom, more than Bride- you will be a living
example of the love you share with each other, and the
love all of us here share with you.

Option #3

We here today know the promises you make to another are promises of commitment & devotion. Your commitments to
each other are not only for a lifetime partner. They are commitment s of a companion and a friend as well,, a friend with
whom you will share your hopes, dreams ambitions, successes and yes-- sometimes you disappointments & sorrows that are
all a part of life. This sharing is not at the expense of each partner's individuality; rather the uniqueness of each marriage
partner is enhanced by the strength of the common bond.
Marriage is a celebration of love. Matrimony symbolizes the ultimate intimacy between 2 people eternally in love. A
marriage that lasts is one that always has a little more to grow. Will you know face each other an hold hands. To you
_______ and______, I would say happiness in marriage doesn't just happen. A good marriage must be created, nurtured
and worked at. In marriage, little things are big things. Marriage is never being too old to hold hands. It is remembering to
say "I love you" it is not taking each other for granted. It is a hug sent over the phone lines when you are apart. The
courtship shouldn't end with the honeymoon, it should continue through all the years together. A solid marriage is having a
mutual sense of values and common objectives: it is two standing together facing the world and all it has to offer. It is also
forming a circle of love aroung you that gathers in family & friends. Marriage is doing things for each other, not in the attitude
of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy. It is speaking words of appreciation & demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.
It is a continuous open dialog. There are also things marriage is not. For example, it is not looking for perfection in each
other. It is cultivating flexibility, patience, understanding and a sense of humor. Nor is a marriage a winner take all argument.
It is sharing in all things. It is having the capacity to forgive and forget. It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each
can grow. Marriage certainly is finding room for things of the spirit. It is a search for the good & beautiful as well as the
meaningful.. It is establishing a relationship in which: the independence is equal, the dependence is mutual and the
obligations are reciprocal. Perhaps most important, marriage is not simply marrying the right partner: it is being the right
partner. Todays celebration is the outward sign of a sacred & inward commitment . Such union can only be created by
loving purpose, be maintained by abiding will and be renewed by human emotions & intentions. In this spirit these two
persons stand before us and we are gathered here merely to acknowledge the true marriage which already dwells within
them.