1. Saint Bernadette Drexel Hill, PA
The Marriage Celebration of Lauren Kristine Thomas & Matthew Vincent Serra
The Third of October, 2020
At Eleven O`clock
Saint Bernadette Drexel Hill, PA

2. Introductory Rites Entrance Rite – “Jesu Joy of Man`s Desiring”
Greeting
Penitential Act
Gloria
Opening Prayer – “Father, when you created mankind you willed that man and wife should be one ..”

3. Liturgy of the Word
First Reading – “Stern as death is love” (Song of Songs 2:8-10,14,16,8:6-7) “Hark! My lover here he comes springing across the mountains ..”
Responsorial Psalm – “Happy are those who fear the Lord” (Psalm 128:1-2,3,4-5)
Second Reading – “If I do not have love, I gain nothing” (1 Corinthians 12:31-13:8) “Brothers and sisters: strive eagerly for the greatest spritual gifts..”
Gospel Acclamation
Gospel – “You are the light of the world.” (Matthew 5:13-16) “Jesus said to his disciples: “You are the salt of the earth” ..”
Homily

4. Rite of Marriage Address and Statement of Intentions
Consent and Exchange of Vows
Blessing and Exchange of Rings
Profession of Faith
The Creed
Prayer of the Faithful
We Pray To The Lord

5. Liturgy of the Eucharist
Presentation and Preparation of the Gifts
“Table of Plenty”
“Lord accept our offering for this newly married couple ..”
Eucharistic Prayer
Sanctus (“Holy, Holy”)
Memorial Acclamation
Great Amen

6. Communion Rite
The Lords Prayer
The Our Father
Nuptial Blessing – “My dear friends, let us turn to the Lord and pray that he will bless with his grace ..”
Sign of Peace
Lamb of God
Communion

7. Concluding Rite
Blessing - “May God, the almighty Father give you his joy and bless ..”
Dismissal
Recessional – “Ode to Joy”

8. Wedding Party Best Man - Michael Serra
Parents of the Groom – Mr. & Mrs. Helen and Michael Serra
Parents of Bride – Mr. & Mrs. Kristine and Gregory Thomas
Best Man - Michael Serra
Groomsmen – Andrew Serra, Austin Serra, Austin Fox, Mike Huf, Pat Flynn, Steve Peterman, Joe Cristello, Greg Thomas, Sammy Christie
Ring Barer – Robert Mattai
Maid of Honor – Kara Simon
Bridesmaids – MaryKate Sullivan, Morgan Serra, Julia Sweeney, Joanna Saunders, Jackie McGrath, Caitlin Flanagan, Kim Conboy, Kathy Flanagan, Sam Rorke
Flower Girl – Kaylee Simcox

9. Bridesmaid Bouquet = $50 Each
Brides Flowers = $65
Bridesmaid Bouquet = $50 Each
Wedding Cake = $650