Wedding Ceremonies In and Around Columbus, Ohio by Rebecca Williams Zelanin, Officiant
ELEMENTS OF A Ceremony Note: These are suggestions. Nothing is written in stone. There are many elements which may be added or removed based on your personal preferences and personalities. Also elements may be re-arranged, such as songs or readings. UNDERLINED HEADINGS TAKE YOU TO CHOICES FOR THAT ELEMENT Presentation of the Bride Greeting/ Welcome Opening Reading or song (if you wish) If an individual sings, if possible include only a couple of verses and repeat the refrain twice, everyone will enjoy it more. Standing though an entire song seems endless when you are dressed in a tux and a wedding gown. Vows Reading or song (if you wish) Exchange of Rings