The introduction can include a welcome to your guests. The opportunity to introduce the members of the bridal party to your guests as well as an explanation on the meaning of marriage to yourselves.

This is optional. Although  the Bride's father  usually gives her away, other  people may  do so. Her mother  may  perform this  ritual, or both  parents together. Other family members or friends may also be requested to give the bride to the care of the Groom,  and the reciprocal  may also   be a  consideration, with both  parties being given away to each others care.

It is a requirement of the Marriage Act 1961, that I, your celebrant use a given definition of my authority with which to conduct the ceremony, and also the nature of the marriage relationship. This wording will be explained at our interview.

This is also an optional inclusion. Should you wish, I can ask each of you whether you will take each other as husband and wife. Traditionally - and oft heard response is usually "I do." Please note that there is no legal requirement for this option and some couples now skip this section.

The Bride  and Groom, exchange their  vows and make their legal commitment to each other.

The legal requirements are for a minimum wording of...

"I call upon the persons here present, to witness that I, First Name, Middle Name, Surname (Family name), take you, First Name, Middle Name, Surname (Family name) to be my lawful wedded wife/husband."

Exceptions to this are, to leave the middle names (if applicable) out, or under certain circumstances, it may be possible to use First Name and Middle Name only. This can be done only if the couple state their full names prior to the vows, usually stated during the opening address.

This also is an optional inclusion. It is not compulsory to exchange rings if a couple prefers not to. For those who wish to exchange rings, I provide a choice of prelude wording explaining the symbolism of the wedding ring. A further ring blessing is also a consideration. Some couples exchange other items at this point, such as a rose, jewellery item, photograph or personal verse. 

There are rituals which may be incorporated into a ceremony, which demonstrate or symbolise aspects of the commitment that the Bride and  Groom are making to each other. Couples marrying with children may wish to include a family component, such as a sand blending or candle lighting.

Readings may be inserted as and where you would like. They may be self penned, or chosen from a vast resource folder that I will have to show you at our interview. Readings may be in the form of poetry, verse or a statement from any relevant party. They may be read by whomever you choose, your friends, family, yourself or myself.

This will include comments of good will for your future happiness and prosperity and will conclude with a statement by myself declaring you to be husband and wife. The usual final response at this point is the sealing of your marriage with a kiss. Cultural and individual wishes are considered within this aspect.

A short time out whereby the documentation is signed and witnessed, prior to the final presentation and conclusion to the service.

Unless otherwise discussed all couples are presented formally with their certificate, addressed to their guests in the manner which they are comfortable with, such as "It is now my pleasure to present Mr and Mrs Surname or John and Mary, your happily married couple.

The opportunity to make a final bridal promenade as the couple lead through the guests to the rear and accept congratulations at that point will be discussed and coordinated during our prior consultations.