Table of Contents
Introduction 9
Act I
Chapter 1 Setting the Atmosphere 18
Chapter 2 Introduction by Wedding Officiant 25
Chapter 3 Designing an Unforgettable Processional 31
Act II
Chapter 4 Words of Welcome 54
Chapter 5 Special Thanks 58
Act III
Chapter 6 The Love Story 66
Chapter 7 Performing the Ceremony 78
Act IV
Chapter 8 The Serious Stuff: Stating Intentions and Exchanging Vows 86
Chapter 9 Exchange of Jewelry and Other Rituals 96
Act V
Chapter 10 Wedding Zen 104
Chapter 11 Pronouncement and Kiss 108
Chapter 12 Recessional 111
Sample Ceremonies 117
The (Fictional) Ceremony of Kathryn and Iggy 118
The (Fictional) Ceremony of Ben and Natalya 132
Questions for Couples 139
Wedding Vow Workshop 147
Wedopedia 151
Acknowledgments 203
Index 205