Renewal of Vows ideas
Carol Meyer of Rainbow weddings has provided us with some ideas for Renewal of Vows. See her article below.
Renewal of Vows Ceremony Lets You Say "I do" Again
If you have a wedding anniversary coming up, you may be looking forward to having your marriage blessed in a second wedding ceremony for renewal of vows. Today, many couples are renewing their vows to celebrate a life-time of love and devotion and to strengthen their relationship. A Silver or Gold Anniversary is a popular time to renew wedding vows but you can also hold the ceremony at any time to commemorate a special event in your life.
Here are some suggestions to help you plan your special day. Remember, the only rule for having a renewal of vows ceremony is that the couple be legally married. The social rules concerning the ceremony are flexible and completely up to the couple.
The vows are the focus of the ceremony. Some couples write poems to each other or thank each other for contributing to a loving partnership. Other couples may want to read standard vows or simply renew their original wedding vows. Whatever your style or preference, keep in mind that it is your day and you are welcome to express whatever feelings you have. Some people are very private and don't do well in emotional situations and may want a very low-key ceremony. Whatever you choose, it should be a reflection of how you feel about your relationship - put as much or as little as you like into it.
Exchanging rings is a beautiful part of the ceremony. You may choose to use the wedding rings from your wedding, or maybe add a second set of rings. Many women receive new bands for landmark anniversaries and those can be used in the ceremony too. Feel free to plan something special or highly meaningful to include in your ceremony.
Invitations to your guests and family can be formal or as simple as a phone call. Dress can be casual or elegant depending on the type of ceremony. There are even couples who like to relive their wedding by wearing exactly the same clothes they wore originally (usually with some alterations). A corsage for the lady is considered more appropriate than a bridal bouquet and the gentleman will want a boutonniere. Fresh flowers for the church and reception are lovely if they fit into your budget.
Renewal services can be held anywhere. Some couples will go to a romantic location site such as Hawaii with family and a few friends to hold their ceremony. Other couples want their minister or pastor to officiate at their place of worship. The ceremony can be elaborate, intimate, private, large or small. It can be held at a park, on a beach, in your home or any other location of choice.
Since children and grandchildren were most likely not in attendance at your wedding, they can play a special role at your renewal ceremony. Many couples like to include children as part of the ceremony as an affirmation of the joys of marriage and family life. Children can act as witnesses or light the unity candles. Children or grandchildren can give the toast or even host the reception. Some couples will enjoy recreating their wedding day by having the best man and maid of honor participate in the renewal ceremony. Be assured that they will be pleased to be a part of your ceremony and express their love in such a beautiful way.
Once the renewal of wedding vows is over, what plans will you make for the rest of the day? Do you want to invite guests to a luncheon at your favorite restaurant? What about a barbecue hosted by your eldest son? A picnic at the beach or cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in your backyard? Whether or not you invite guests to a repast depends mostly on your budget. Some couples choose to have an elaborate gathering to make up for the simple wedding held years earlier. Other couples will find that close friends or children will want to plan and pay for the reception as a special gift to the couple. Your budget and circumstances will guide you in your final selection. Remember, no one will be disappointed with your choice - you've earned the right to have the ceremony you want.
By Carol Meyer
Rainbow Weddings and Celebrations specializes in planning Kauai Weddings, Vow Renewals and Vows of Commitment in beautiful Hawaiian settings. They offer wedding planning packages in Hawaii and custom wedding services for any budget.
Renewal of Vows Ceremony Lets You Say "I do" Again
If you have a wedding anniversary coming up, you may be looking forward to having your marriage blessed in a second wedding ceremony for renewal of vows. Today, many couples are renewing their vows to celebrate a life-time of love and devotion and to strengthen their relationship. A Silver or Gold Anniversary is a popular time to renew wedding vows but you can also hold the ceremony at any time to commemorate a special event in your life.
Here are some suggestions to help you plan your special day. Remember, the only rule for having a renewal of vows ceremony is that the couple be legally married. The social rules concerning the ceremony are flexible and completely up to the couple.
The vows are the focus of the ceremony. Some couples write poems to each other or thank each other for contributing to a loving partnership. Other couples may want to read standard vows or simply renew their original wedding vows. Whatever your style or preference, keep in mind that it is your day and you are welcome to express whatever feelings you have. Some people are very private and don't do well in emotional situations and may want a very low-key ceremony. Whatever you choose, it should be a reflection of how you feel about your relationship - put as much or as little as you like into it.
Exchanging rings is a beautiful part of the ceremony. You may choose to use the wedding rings from your wedding, or maybe add a second set of rings. Many women receive new bands for landmark anniversaries and those can be used in the ceremony too. Feel free to plan something special or highly meaningful to include in your ceremony.
Invitations to your guests and family can be formal or as simple as a phone call. Dress can be casual or elegant depending on the type of ceremony. There are even couples who like to relive their wedding by wearing exactly the same clothes they wore originally (usually with some alterations). A corsage for the lady is considered more appropriate than a bridal bouquet and the gentleman will want a boutonniere. Fresh flowers for the church and reception are lovely if they fit into your budget.
Renewal services can be held anywhere. Some couples will go to a romantic location site such as Hawaii with family and a few friends to hold their ceremony. Other couples want their minister or pastor to officiate at their place of worship. The ceremony can be elaborate, intimate, private, large or small. It can be held at a park, on a beach, in your home or any other location of choice.
Since children and grandchildren were most likely not in attendance at your wedding, they can play a special role at your renewal ceremony. Many couples like to include children as part of the ceremony as an affirmation of the joys of marriage and family life. Children can act as witnesses or light the unity candles. Children or grandchildren can give the toast or even host the reception. Some couples will enjoy recreating their wedding day by having the best man and maid of honor participate in the renewal ceremony. Be assured that they will be pleased to be a part of your ceremony and express their love in such a beautiful way.
Once the renewal of wedding vows is over, what plans will you make for the rest of the day? Do you want to invite guests to a luncheon at your favorite restaurant? What about a barbecue hosted by your eldest son? A picnic at the beach or cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in your backyard? Whether or not you invite guests to a repast depends mostly on your budget. Some couples choose to have an elaborate gathering to make up for the simple wedding held years earlier. Other couples will find that close friends or children will want to plan and pay for the reception as a special gift to the couple. Your budget and circumstances will guide you in your final selection. Remember, no one will be disappointed with your choice - you've earned the right to have the ceremony you want.
By Carol Meyer
Rainbow Weddings and Celebrations specializes in planning Kauai Weddings, Vow Renewals and Vows of Commitment in beautiful Hawaiian settings. They offer wedding planning packages in Hawaii and custom wedding services for any budget.
posted by WedAlert at 7:22 PM
4 Comments:
Thank you for the information is was very helpful.
Thanks for the helpful information, I want to renew our vows but don't know where to start. This helped.
Best of luck with you vow renewal... Glad we could be of help.
Thank you, my husband and I had been given so many different things on how to do it. I appreciate your help also.
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