Wedding Ceremony Script Generator
The Provenance Ceremony Builder Tool allows couples and their officiants to build custom wedding ceremony scripts with just a few clicks. Whether you'd prefer a traditional wedding ceremony, a more modern elopement, a vow renewal, or anything in-between, the Ceremony Builder will help you to build a personalized and unique ceremony script for any type of wedding.
After completing the process, you will be able to download your personal wedding ceremony script. With this task finished, make sure you confirm that you have everything else you need for the big day, and that you have become ordained if you have not done so already.
For couples that are looking for help with writing their vows be sure to check out the Provenance Vow Builder too!
Script Example -
Welcome and Introduction
Officiant:
"Good [morning/afternoon/evening], everyone. On behalf of [Partner 1] and [Partner 2], I’d like to welcome you all. Today, we come together to celebrate the love and commitment of this amazing couple. Each of you is here because you bring something unique and special to their lives. It’s wonderful to see so many friends and family gathered together to witness this joyous occasion."
Opening Remarks
Officiant:
"Marriage is a bond unlike any other. It’s a promise to love, support, and honor one another throughout all of life’s adventures. Today, [Partner 1] and [Partner 2] are taking the next step in their journey together, pledging to love each other unconditionally and to grow together in every experience they share. This ceremony is a symbol of the vows they are about to make and the life they will build together."
Reading
Officiant:
"At this time, [Name of reader] will share a reading that [Partner 1] and [Partner 2] have chosen for this occasion."
Reader:
(A reading of the couple’s choice is shared. This could be a poem, an excerpt from a book, or a meaningful passage about love.)
Declaration of Intent
Officiant:
"[Partner 1] and [Partner 2], please join hands. Today, you are choosing each other to spend your lives with, to support and cherish each other, and to celebrate life’s joys and comfort each other in times of sorrow. Do you, [Partner 1], take [Partner 2] to be your lawfully wedded [wife/husband/partner], to share your life openly with them, to love, honor, and cherish them for all the days of your life?"
Partner 1:
"I do."
Officiant:
"And do you, [Partner 2], take [Partner 1] to be your lawfully wedded [wife/husband/partner], to share your life openly with them, to love, honor, and cherish them for all the days of your life?"
Partner 2:
"I do."
Vows
Officiant:
"[Partner 1] and [Partner 2], the vows you are about to exchange will serve as a verbal representation of the love and commitment you have for one another. Please take this moment to speak from your heart."
Partner 1:
(Recites personal vows)
Partner 2:
(Recites personal vows)
Exchange of Rings
Officiant:
"May I have the rings, please? These rings are a symbol of the unbroken circle of love. As you place these rings on each other’s fingers, remember that this moment is a promise that will continue throughout your lives."
"[Partner 1], please place the ring on [Partner 2]’s finger and repeat after me: 'I give you this ring as a sign of my love and commitment. With this ring, I take you to be my [wife/husband/partner].'"
Partner 1:
(Repeats)
"[Partner 2], please place the ring on [Partner 1]’s finger and repeat after me: 'I give you this ring as a sign of my love and commitment. With this ring, I take you to be my [wife/husband/partner].'"
Partner 2:
(Repeats)
Declaration of Marriage
Officiant:
"[Partner 1] and [Partner 2], you have exchanged vows and rings, and have declared your love and commitment in front of these witnesses. It is my great honor and privilege to pronounce you [husband and wife/partners in marriage]. You may now kiss!"
(Couple kisses)
Closing Remarks
Officiant:
"Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to introduce, for the first time as a married couple, [Partner 1] and [Partner 2]! Let's celebrate this union and the beautiful journey that lies ahead for them."
(Applause as the couple exits)
