1. Christian marriage ceremonies What is a Christian wedding like?

2. Christian Marriage Where? Where does the service take place? Who? Who will be at the service? Who needs to be there for the religious ceremony? Why? Why do these people need to be there? What is their role? What? What will be said during the service? What will be heard during the ceremony? How? How will the couple show they are married?

3. Mix it up! M atch up each part of the ceremony with the correct description. Ceremony Content Description Bible Readings Exchanged as a symbol of never ending love, words recited promise love and faithfulness. Sermon Priest explains the purpose and importance of Christian marriage at the start of the service. Purpose explained Priest asks if anyone in the congregation, or the couple themselves, know of any reason why they should not marry. Hymn A talk to remind the couple how important marriage, and the promises they have made are. Ask for impediments A relevant passage from the Bible is read. Prayers Promises the bride and groom make to each other, in front of witnesses and God. Exchanging rings The priest announces that the couple are ‘husband and wife’ and that only God has the power to separate them. Taking of vows A celebration of the occasion and an opportunity to thank God for the gift of marriage. Pronounce union Asking for God’s blessing for the couple and His guidance for their future together. Signing register A legal requirement.

4. Why are these part of the Christian marriage ceremony? I do