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Double Ring Exchange

The exchange of rings has been a time-honored tradition for centuries.  A double ring exchange puts a modern twist on that old tradition.  Both Bride and Groom exchange rings at the same time with a special, additional vow to each other.

Jumping the Broom and Sword

 

The practice of having couples "jump the broom and sword" during wedding ceremonies are both an African American as well as a neo-pagan custom. The couple jumps over a sword and broom while holding hands. The sword is symbolic of cutting ties with the old life before they were together and the broom represents the old remnants being swept away. The leap that the couple takes over the broom and sword is also symbolic. Starting a new life with another person does require a "leap of faith". But by taking the leap, the individuals make a gesture of dedication to working together through the tough times ahead and the willingness to care for and defend one another.

Rose Ceremony

The Rose Ceremony is placed at the end of the wedding ceremony just after being pronounced husband and wife. In the past, the rose was considered a symbol of love and a single rose always meant only one thing - it meant the words "I love you." So it is appropriate that the first gift - as husband and wife - would be a single rose. (Every flower has it's own meaning, you may substitute any flower you like.)

Sand Ceremony

Like the unity candle, the sand is used in uniting of the bride and groom. As the two vials of sand are poured into one, they flow together symbolizing the joining of the couple as they share their first experience of unity as husband and wife. The newly formed union is represented by the intertwined pattern of sand created by the couple.

Seedling Ceremony

The Green Ceremony is a combination of seedlings planted into a symbolic planter by the bride and groom.  Once the seedlings are covered by dirt, together, the bride and groom pour water over the seedlings to nourish them.  After the ceremony, the newly formed plant is brought to the bride and groom's home to be planted in a special spot selected together.

Unity Candle Ceremony

The unity candle symbolizes the very essence of the wedding ceremony. The single candles represent the two families alone, one for the bride’s family and one for the groom’s family. The taper candles are ignited and then together, the two single candles light the center candle, representing the coming together of the two families and their visible commitment to each other.

Wreath Ceremony

A wreath is a traditional symbol of matrimony and friendship and also represents the Circle of Life. Wreaths given as gifts represent love, happiness, friendship and gratitude. The wreath is made by members of the community, as a gift and a blessing. Friends and family members have the opportunity to add sprigs of chosen plants, herbs, flowers, & tokens with traditional meanings related to marriage. The wreath decorates the Bride/Grooms home, as love decorates their lives. The wreath will let them remember the love shared by all of us there on that day.

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