Affirmations
Brides Parents Affirmation
Who gives this woman to be married to this man? (a)
Answer: I/We do
Couples Parents Affirmation
Do you, (Mr. And Mrs. ________________) (or, ‘the parents of the bride and groom’), give your blessing to this couple, and promise them, your continued love and support, and to uphold them in their marriage? (b)
Answer: We do
Bride and Groom, we rejoice with you today in the presence of your family members. They are a very special part of this occasion. Your parents in particular take great joy in both of you, as they have watched you grow and mature and finally arrive at this special moment in your lives. They have loved you, shared anxious moments with you and over you, prayed for you, dreamed for you and affirmed you. So, because these individuals have played such an important and vital role in your lives, I ask, do you, the parents of the bride and groom, give your blessing to this couple, and promise them, your continued love and support, and to uphold them in their marriage? (c)
Answer: We do
Guests Affirmation
Will all of you witnessing these vows do everything in your power to uphold ______________ and ___________ in their marriage? (d)
Answer: We will
Bride and groom would like to thank each of you for being here today. You have shared their best and their worst days. You are an irreplaceable part of their yesterday's and their tomorrow's. A marriage needs the support of a community of family and friends who will stand by the couple during hard and happy times. Will all of you witnessing these vows support the union made today and nurture the bond between these two people you love? (e)
Answer: We will
Flowers to the Parents
A little twist on the affirmation is to give flowers to the parents as an act of appreciation for all they have done for you. (e)