What is a western wedding like?

At present, more and more young people are participating in western-style church weddings, because church weddings give people a solemn and sacred feeling, but many people don't know much about the etiquette of western-style church weddings. The contents of western-style church weddings are rich and colorful. Here is a brief introduction for everyone:

(1) Pastor, groom, bridesmaid and best man.

(2) Admission of the bride and father

1. Bless the couple who were praised and blessed by relatives and friends for their marriage at the altar.

Who agreed to the union of the new couple?

You can give appropriate answers according to your own wishes.

(3) Declare and pray that "the groom stands on the left side of the priest and the bride stands on the right side of the priest"

Zhao Xuan 1

Dear two newlyweds, today we will hold a sacred wedding for your brother XXX and sister XXX in this sacred and solemn temple in front of God and the congregation. As far as marriage is concerned, it is extremely valuable. It was established by God. Therefore, we should not neglect and be hasty, but should respect, be pious and respect God's will in order to realize this great thing.

Step 2 pray

God, we thank you for giving us this happy wedding; We thank you for this important wedding; We thank you for this important moment; Thank you for always being with us; In the name of the Holy Spirit of Christ. Amen. (playing the wedding March).

(4) Chorus: 185, "Gong Xing Wedding Song"

(5), the priest encouraged

Before God, I urge you both to remember that love and loyalty are the cornerstones of building a happy and eternal home. If you always keep your solemn oath; If you unswervingly seek and follow the will of the Father; Your life will always be harmonious and happy; The family you build will bear any changes.

Of course, you should also remember that you are not alone in the journey of life. Don't be afraid to ask others for help when you are in trouble. Helping hands come from friends, relatives and churches. Accepting others' help is not a shame, but a sincere act. Around us, God extended a helping hand to us. The hand of Jesus Christ is everywhere. The most important thing is: we witnessed the combination of the new couple. Amen.

(6) Engagement

XXX, would you like XXX to be your (wife/husband) and live together as a friend and partner? Do you love and respect (her/him)? Are you willing to share happiness with (her/him) equally, regardless of pain, victory and confusion?

(7) exchange vows

XX, choose you XXX, be my (husband/wife). From today on, I will hold on to you, love you and cherish you, for better or worse, for richer or poorer, for sickness or not, until death do us part. According to God's will, I promise my love and loyalty to you.

(8) Exchange rings and "light concentric candles"

1, exchange rings

Priest: "The wedding ring symbolizes eternity; It symbolizes the eternal union of two hearts and spirits with endless love. Now give her your love and ardent desire, and combine your heart and spirit as a gift forever. You can put this wedding ring on your bride.

Groom: "XXX, this ring I gave you symbolizes my love and loyalty to you."

Priest: "Give him your love and your earnest desire, and combine your heart and spirit forever." You can put this wedding ring on your groom.

Bride: "XXX, this ring I gave you symbolizes my love and loyalty to you."

2. The plot description of "Light a Concentric Candle"

Lighting the outermost two candles represents two people with different life trajectories. When they get married, it symbolizes the fusion of two candles into one candle. This is the will of the Lord. The Lord said, "Because a man will leave his parents and live with his wife. The two will start a new life. " From now on, you should think of each other, not just individuals. You have the same ideal, and you share joys and sorrows. When you light the candle in the middle with a candle in your hand, you should put out the candle that represents you. This is because lighting the candle in the middle represents the beginning of your new life. In the Christian family, this candle can't be cut off, and it is a witness that the two will live together forever and become an inseparable whole. May this candlelight prove your union and rely on the Lord Jesus Christ.

(9) The priest announced that

Now, brother XXX and sister XXX have sworn twice before God and the congregation to join hands with each other. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, I pronounce them husband and wife.

(10) Blessings from relatives

(1 1) Chorus: Two Rings and Covenant

(12) Blessed by the priest

1, bless you and be with you. May the merciful Lord take care of you. God will bless you and keep you safe.

2. bless you and protect you. The Lord will support you under you; Will guide you in front of you; Will protect you in your rear; The Lord is by your side, deep in your heart. Almighty God can give you what you can't. Joy and harmony are the Lord's loyal praise to you, which the world can't give or take away. It all depends on Jesus Christ. We will always praise our Lord.

God bless this couple. Immortal father and savior Jesus Christ, now we are converted to you. For this new couple to take the first step in their new life journey, we are willing to ask the Lord to protect their home. Ask the Lord to teach them forever; Stabilize their marriage; Supply feeds them and guides their lives. May they praise the Lord when they make choices and do everything. This also includes all priests. They will attract people to worship God. They are the proof of loyalty to the Lord in the world. We ask God in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

(13) Kissing

Priest: Brother XXX, you can kiss your bride.

Introduce new people:

Reverend: Now I have the honor to introduce Mr. and Mrs. XXX.

(14), wedding exit sequence, usually as follows:

1, bride and groom

2, bridesmaids, bridesmaids

3. the bride and groom's entourage

4, flower girl, ring waiter.

The usher guides the guests and escorts them out.

6. The usher can dismiss the guests and ask them to leave in an orderly way.