Wedding Ceremony Resources

One of the things that sets Kettle Creek Weddings apart from other Officiant services is the amount of quality resources we have made available to help couples in planning their ceremony. In the last few years we have performed over 2000 wedding ceremonies with each ceremony being uniquely designed by the couple. For every couple that books our services we provide you with access to hundreds of online samples and ideas that will enable you to create a personal and exciting ceremony experience.

Traditional Ceremony Order

Our definition of a traditional ceremony is one that follows a more formal structure and includes elements of the Christian Religion.

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Elopement Ceremony Order

Our Elopement Wedding Ceremony is simple yet elegant.

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Ceremony Order Explanation

The following is an explanation of the more common components of a wedding ceremony.

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Declarations Of Intent

A common component for years has been the asking of the couples by the Officiant of their intentions to marry.

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Marriage Vows

In this section we have provided samples of both traditional and contemporary vows. We have many to choose from.

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Blended Family Vows

You will find in this section vow samples that are perfect for the couple who are blending their families together.

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Vows For Remarriage

Already Married? Looking to renew your commitment to each other? these vows are perfect.

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Renewal Vows

Perfect for the couple who after years of marriage wish to recommit themselves to each other.

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How To Write Your Own Vows

To give your vows that special personal touch, follow our guidelines for writing your own vows.

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Ring Exchanges

You will find in this section suggestions for the exchange of rings.

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Meaning Of The Rings

A great addition to when you exchange rings as husband and wife.

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Family & Guest Affirmations

Suggestions for 'being given away', or affirmations for the families as well as for the guests.

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Romantic Readings

Check out these readings! We have suggestions for some romantic readings appropriate for your special day.

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The Unity Candle

The unity candle is a common element added to many wedding ceremonies.  It involves three separate candles, the middle one being the 'unity candle'.

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The Memorial Candle

If you would like to include a special moment of remembrance for a loved one, you can do so with a memorial Candle.

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The Sand Ceremony

If you choose not to use a Unity Candle during your ceremony, the sand ceremony can be a beautiful and meaningful addition to your vows.

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The Rose Ceremony

We are familiar with two wedding traditions in which roses are used. In one, the mothers are given roses as tokens of the bride and groom's love for family.

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The Wine Ceremony

This Ceremony represents that the two individual lives are now combined like the two wines into one single life.

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The Hand Ceremony

A very intimate and special addition to your ceremony.

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Breaking Of The Glass

The breaking of the glass at the end of a wedding ceremony serves to remind of everyone of two very important aspects of a marriage.

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Scripture Readings

Listed here are some of the more common scripture readings we have used at our wedding ceremonies.

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Benedictions

Samples of commonly used benedictions for a more religious ceremony.

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Prayers

Samples of commonly used prayers for a more religious ceremony.

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Ceremony Template

This is a working template to help design your personal ceremony.

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