Procession
The music starts. The officiant steps up to the altar.
The groom and his mom walk down the aisle. Mom takes her seat.
The bridesmaids (3) and groomsmen (3) walk down the aisle in pairs and stand on the bride’s side (left) and groom’s side (right) respectively.
The ring bearers (2) and flower girl walk down the aisle together. The ring bearers hand the rings to the groom.
Please stand.
The bride and her two oldest daughters walk down the aisle. April joins Kyle at the altar.
You may now take your seats.
Invocation
Welcome friends, family, and loved ones.
We’re excited to have you all here today to celebrate with Kyle and April as they take this next step in their journey together.
Before we begin the ceremony, it’s a good moment to make sure your cell phones are set to silent.
I invite you all to take a moment to soak in the love in the air, the happiness on their faces, and the joy of being surrounded by friends and family.
Declaration of Intent
Kyle and April, your journey together is a story of friendship, reconnection, and love that grew naturally over time.
After years of friendship, fate brought you back together. From late-night conversations to long drives, your connection deepened, day by day.
Your love wasn’t rushed. It grew organically, slowly building into something beautiful.
And then the moment came when Kyle finally gave April the ring he had hid for months–that he had secretly designed with the help of April’s kids and best friend.
Featuring a moonstone, your engagement ring carries deep symbolism. Associated with love, intuition, and emotional balance, a moonstone is also seen as a symbol of new beginnings.
It’s no surprise that you would be drawn to the moonstone as a couple. It represents harmony and balance, which perfectly describes your relationship. You two balance each other and bring harmony into each other’s lives.
Now, it’s time to take your love to an even deeper level of commitment by sharing your wedding vows.
Marriage Vows: Kyle
April, I wish words were sufficient to share my love for you. But they aren’t. Even saying, “I love you,” doesn’t begin to convey what I feel.
You are the most beautiful person in the world. Your eyes sparkle. Your smile makes me melt. Your laugh is infectious. Your gaze is hypnotic. Your touch is electrifying. My heart pounds when you hold my hand.
Even after all our time together, I still feel nervous around you. But being close to you brings me comfort. I know I can always talk with you about anything. You are honest, faithful, and incredibly smart.
I cherish every moment with you and vow to love you for the rest of my life. Through the good times and the challenging times, I will always try to put a smile on your face because you are even more beautiful when you smile.
I vow to care for you and provide for you and our family. I will be with you until the very end. I want the last thing I see in life to be your face.
Marrying you today is the best thing I’ve ever done. And I know every night when I fall asleep by your side, I’ll have the biggest smile on my face. I love you now and forever.
Marriage Vow: April
Kyle, as you know, I’m not one for long speeches. I share my love through songs (and emojis). The first song I ever shared with you was by Harry Styles.
“We’ve been doin’ all this late night talkin’, ‘Bout anything’ you want until the mornin’.”
It made me think of all the nights we spent getting to know each other. Going for drives. Watching movies. Taking it slow. Getting it right.
“It’s funny how four chords can tell the truth in so many ways.”
As our love grew, more and more songs began to make sense. The lyrics said what I wanted to express. And now, I’ll lean on them again.
“This love I’ve never felt, you know I’m planning on forever. It’s you, it’s me, it’s us, you’re not alone, no never.”
I wish I could turn back the clock, so I would find you sooner and love you longer. I may not be your first date, your first kiss, or your first love, but I will be your last.
Ring Exchange
The rings you will now exchange represent your unbroken circle of love. They are a reminder of the promises you make today and the never-ending journey of love, trust, and support you will share together.
Kyle, as you place the ring on April’s finger, repeat after me.
With this ring, I give you my heart, my love, and my life.
April, as you place the ring on Kyle’s finger, repeat after me.
With this ring, I give you my heart, my love, and my life.
We will now honor the ancient tradition of handfasting, symbolizing the joining of your lives. As I bind your hands, this cord represents the strength of your love, your connection, and your shared journey.
Handfasting Ritual
Kyle and April, please join hands.
By this handfasting, you are now bound together, not only as partners in life but also as friends, supporters, lovers, and a family.
May this cord symbolize the connection of your hearts, the ties that will hold you together through all of life’s changes.
With each wrap of the cord, we celebrate an important aspect of your relationship.
First wrap: For the friendship that first brought you together and the love that continues to grow.
Second wrap: For the respect you have for each other as individuals and as partners.
Third wrap: For the trust and honesty that are the foundation of your relationship.
Fourth wrap: For the passion and joy that fill your days together.
Fifth wrap: For the patience and understanding that will guide you through challenges.
Sixth wrap: For your commitment to support each other and your joined family.
Seventh wrap: For the future you will create together, with love as your guide.
With the sharing of vows, the exchange of rings, and the binding of your hands, you have made a lasting commitment to one another. May this bond continue to grow and deepen throughout your lives together.
Pronouncement
It is now my honor to pronounce you husband and wife.
Kiss.
I introduce to you all for the first time, Mr. and Mrs. Blunk.
Recession
The newlyweds walk back down the aisle, followed by the bridesmaids and groomsmen.
Let the party begin!