What are the parts of a church wedding?

The concept of marriage in a church wedding

1, exclusivity: monogamy, faithfulness to each other

2, non-breakable: the choice of each other should be accompanied by a lifetime, no matter what they encountered, they have to hold hands together to overcome and walk together

3, to respect life: the Lord rewarded children can not be casually discarded

Necessary conditions

Christian churches are open to both Christians and non-Christians can hold weddings

If the couple wants to hold a Western-style church wedding in the church Rules, the first thing you should know is some of the rules of the church. Generally speaking, to hold a wedding in the church, the two sides have no longer stipulated that must be to join the church, but or some churches on these controls will be a little strict, the new couple should go to the church in advance to contact, understand clearly. Wedding in the church must first go to the Civil Affairs Bureau to obtain a marriage certificate and then go to the church to determine the date with the pastor/priest in charge.

Most churches require the couple to be church members and baptized.

Wedding Introduction

With the sacred "Wedding March", walking on the bright red carpet, the beautiful bride slowly walks into the sacred hall holding her father's hand, the bride's father will be his daughter's happy life in this moment entrusted to her beloved, all eyes on you, happiness on everyone's face, today she will become the world's most beautiful bride. Church-style wedding to get married to become a lifelong covenant, you are to stick to it for a lifetime of vows, your vows echoed over the sacred church. Let's put on your eternal wedding rings and wait silently to see the priest say, "You may kiss your bride." You walk out of the church surrounded by family and friends to the sound of upbeat music and toss the bride's handful of flowers to the next happy woman.

The Lord Jesus said, "Whom God hath espoused, let no man put asunder. This love of a lifetime is perfect because of this day."

Feasibility Index:

☆☆☆☆☆

For People:

For those who believe in Catholicism and Christianity (Protestantism), or those who revere, and like the church as a sacred wedding couple

For Season:

All seasons are possible, but try to avoid the time when the congregation is in worship (note: Sunday morning)

Tips:

When holding a church wedding, learn a little basic knowledge of religion beforehand so that things don't happen that shouldn't. Catholic churches are called "Catholic churches" and the "priest" celebrates the wedding mass. Christian (Protestant) churches are called "Christian churches", and the "priest" performs the wedding ceremony.

Procedures for celebrants

1, preparation: set up the altar, the bride and groom kneeling stools, prepare a plate, holy water; the newlyweds gathered at the entrance of the church, ready to dress, the organist is ready. Priests, auxiliary priests waiting in front of the altar, witnesses in place. The bride and groom go to the church separately, after the meeting began to hold the wedding (usually in the afternoon)

2 The wedding is usually presided over by the priest or pastor, family and friends or those who are interested in listening to the "gospel" are generally welcome to observe the ceremony (except for the Italians and Greeks), and everyone waits for the ceremony. Greeks), we wait for the arrival of the new couple

3, the master of ceremonies announced the beginning of the wedding, the organist played music, the wedding march, the new couple steadily marching to the altar kneeling.

4, the priest began to officiate at the wedding, the organist played background music

5, the master of ceremonies declared: the newlyweds, embracing to show love, everyone applauded. Declare: kneel down to thank God, a bow, and then, three kowtow, stand up; to thank the priest: a bow, and then, three bows; to thank the witnesses: bow; to thank both parents: bow; to thank the guests and friends, staff: bow. 6、Photographs: A: witnesses, parents, priests and priestesses, bride and groom; B: parents, bride and groom; C: bride and groom.

7, the priest announced: the wedding is over, the organist played music.

Introduction of the ceremony

Catholic marriage ceremony

1. Ceremony begins, the priest is in place, the entrance music is played; the best man, the bridesmaids advanced into the entrance, standing on both sides facing the guests; the ring bearer will hand over the ring to the priest

2. Along with the wedding marching song, the bride enters the room on the arm of her father; the father hands the bride over to the hands of the groom, who has been waiting for a long time

3. >3. Address by the officiating priest

4. Chanting

5. Prayer

6. Scripture reading and psalm dedication

7. Address by the priest to the newlyweds; the newlyweds take their vows, exchange the rings, and sign the marriage certificate

8. Prayer and psalm chanting

9. Blessing of the newlyweds

10. Music is played as the newlyweds leave the church

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11. The newlyweds then step into the hall to thank the guests

12. Take photos with friends and relatives, refreshments

Church wedding venue selection and venue layout

Church wedding as a Western culture is slowly being integrated into China. This new fashion, solemn and romantic wedding form is gradually favored by the urban white-collar and intellectual class.

Before you do the overall planning, you will certainly choose the location of the ceremony and hire a good officiant or priest. Since the cost and specific requirements vary from place to place, it is necessary for you to ask beforehand what are the limitations and specific overheads of that location. There are many places that are free or require only a small donation to use, while others require a fee or special permission.

Because the church is so crowded with activities, only minutes to hours will be set aside for the couple to set up, so the decorations should not be too elaborate and flowery, and should be simple, such as a little bit of whitewashing for the reception and some flowers next to the VIP table, but the decorations should be as simple as possible, so that you can easily clean up the venue afterward.

Church Wedding Seating Arrangement

Of course, you definitely want to choose a place big enough for the ceremony. You'll need to set aside some of the seats in the front row for your closest family members. Traditionally, the bride's parents are expected to sit in the first row on the left hand side with grandparents and siblings. If the bride's parents are divorced and wish to sit separately, the mother of the bride can sit in the first row with her current husband, and the father and his wife can sit in the second row. Other special relatives may sit in the second and third rows. The groom's family is also seated on the right hand side in the same manner.

After your guests arrive, the best man will lead them to their seats. Like the bride's family, the bride's guests are seated on the left hand side and the groom's guests on the right. However, if there are more people on one side, it's easiest to have them sit on either side so they all have a good view of the ceremony. A best man should use his right hand to invite the female guests to their seats, while the male guests do not need to worry about this. If a large number of guests arrive at the same time, it is the older ones who take precedence.

A variety of options is enough to make your ceremony unique. As well as choosing your music, vows and prayers carefully, you'll also want to identify certain customs or draw on other forms based on your own cultural and emotional background. For example, the candle ceremony has always been a fixture in church weddings, but it is now a popular form that is cross-cultural. Three large white candles are placed in the aisle, two of which symbolize the couple's undying love for each other. After the vows are taken, the couple lights the third candle, which is the "concentric candle. More activities, the time must be grasped

8:00 groom arrived at the bride's home, the new *** with the church to attend the wedding

9:00 church wedding began

10:00 in the choir's carol, the wedding is over, and priests, guests, after a photo, in the colorful rain of rose petals, out of the church, don't forget to dress in front of the church door! Don't forget to take a picture in front of the church in your wedding gown

11:00 the new couple arrived at the wedding reception site, after a simple wedding, the wedding reception began to accept the blessings of the guests,

13:30 end

Guests arranged

Church wedding guests seating arrangement

The altar

Pastor / priest

Bride Bride and groom

Bride's witnesses Groom's witnesses

Parents, family members Parents, family members

Bride's family Groom's family

Friends of the bride Friends of the groom

Positioning of guests at the entrance

The altar

Pastor/priest

The bridegroom and best man

Brother of the groom

Bridesister of the bride

Bridesmaids

Bridesmaids

Brothers of the bride

Sisters of the bride

Bridesmaids

Flower Girl

Father of the Bride, Bride

Wedding Procedure

Introduction of the Wedding Procedure in Western Churches

Introduction of the Wedding Procedure in Western Churches I. Proclamation and Prayer

We are here today in this holy and solemn sanctuary to celebrate the sacred wedding of XXX Brother and XXX Sister in God's presence and in the presence of the congregation. XXX brother and XXX sister in holy matrimony. As believers in Jesus Christ, they believe that marriage was instituted by God. In the Bible, in the book of Genesis, God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a spouse to help him.

Brother XXX and Sister XXX, when you two set your vows to each other, do so with deep thought and prayer. For as long as the two of you are together during your lifetimes, you have mutual responsibilities and obligations to each other. No matter what the difficulties and dangers, your love for each other shall not diminish one iota, until the moment of separation at the moment of death.

As children of God, following the teachings of your Holy Father, your marriage will be rock solid (strengthened, consolidated).

2 Beginning Prayer

Our Holy Father, love is the most precious and best gift you have given to this world. The love-brewed marriage between a grown man and woman is the most beautiful love You have ever given. Today we celebrate love. May You bless this wedding and shelter, guide and bless Brother XXX and Sister XXX in their marriage. Surround them and us with Your love forever. Amen.

Three Congregational Seating

Often at this time, the congregation is asked to be seated.

Four Entrance of the Bride

Who has consented to the marriage of this lady to that gentleman?

(Choose one of the following answers)

I agree!

My mother and I agree!

Unanimously or we all agree!

Appropriate responses may be made according to the wishes of the individual.

Five Wedding Ceremony Tips

Music plays a very important role in a Christian wedding. Guests of the congregation are expected to sing and play complimentary wedding songs, hymns, instrumental pieces, or solos whenever possible.

Keep in mind that wedding music is an expression of devotional worship and also conveys the sincere feelings of the newlyweds' hearts. As you carefully plan your wedding, keep the following things in mind:

1. The music should be chosen in such a way as to bring out the atmosphere of the wedding ceremony.

2. The songs should be chosen to match the background of the wedding ceremony.

3. The choice of lyric poetry can also express the meaning of loyalty, true love, joy, responsibility and duty.

4. You may choose a family member or close friend to play for the guests. If the bride and groom happen to be musically talented, they may want to offer a song. However, you have to take into account that nervousness can affect your live playing and singing level.

5. You can invite some congregation members who have rich experience in worship to sing hymns.

Six Pastor's Exhortations

Let me exhort you to remember that your future happiness is based on mutual understanding, tolerance, generosity, self-confidence, and love.XXX Groom, your responsibility is to love your XXX bride as yourself. Carefully care for and protect her from danger. XXX bride your responsibility is to treat XXX groom with respect, support him and create a healthy and happy family. Your mutual responsibility to each other is to find the greatest joy in each other's company; to remember each other's interests and treasures, you will become inseparable as one.

Of course, you must also remember that you are not on the journey of life alone. Do not be timid about asking for help when you are faced with a difficult situation. Helping hands include: friends, family, and the Church. Accepting assistance from others is not a

Priestly Vows

This is not comprehensive! Please use as a reference!

Wedding Vows Q&A

(The officiant asks the bridegroom and then the bride; both have the same Q&A words)

(The officiant asks to strike the bride and groom to come forward hand in hand)

(The officiant: (Bridegroom, Bride), may God bless you; this day the Church gathers in the presence of God, and performs the sacrament of holy solemnity in the Holy of Holies in honor of your marriage. Marriage is blessed, holy, and precious; therefore, it is not to be taken lightly and hastily, and it is right that you should respectfully, piously, and gratefully make your vows before God to fulfill the requirements of Christian marriage! (The following is the question and answer session of the sacred wedding vows conducted by the officiating minister:)

"The officiating minister asks" - (Bridegroom, Bride), on behalf of the Church, I ask you in the presence of the Most High, Most Holy, Most Loving, Most Holy God: Do you wish to marry (Bridegroom, Bride) with all sincerity and sincerity and to obey God's commandments in the Holy Bible, and to live with her godly for the rest of your life; Regardless of happiness or hardship, rich or poor, good or bad, healthy or sick, you will respect him/her, help him/her, care for him/her, and love him/her with all your heart; and you will faithfully build a Christian family with him/her all your life long, to the glory of God and the benefit of mankind! Are you willing?

"Bride and Groom Answer" - I do!

Presentation (or exchange) of wedding gifts

(Moderator: Pray for God's blessing that this ring will be the proof of your eternal vows, and may you love each other from now on, never be separated, bound to each other, and united forever!)

Presentation of rings, flowers, etc!

Officiant: I pronounce you husband and wife by the Most High Father, the Most Loving Son, and the Most Holy Spirit; what God has joined together, man shall not separate. God be with you for ever and ever, Amen!

Overseas church weddings

In recent years, as our people's living standards improve year by year, people's outlook on the world, and outlook on life has been raised to a new level. With the explosive development of the Internet, the new people (especially after 80, 90) more and more broad vision. Their wedding forms are becoming more and more diversified and trendy. For example, in recent years, the gradual rise of the overseas church wedding with its unique exotic flavor, a unique form of church weddings, a variety of church layout by the 80,90 young people now in hot demand! Church weddings abroad to do, is the popularization trend in recent years.

Overseas church weddings are generally held in the following countries: Bali church wedding, Saipan church wedding, Phuket church wedding, Edinburgh church wedding, Japan Hokkaido church wedding, Japan Okinawa church wedding

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