Wedding Ceremonies in Virgin Island and St. John Caribbean Weddings

Non Denominational Vows Greetings and Convocations

We have come together to witness, _______and _as they exchange their vows of marriage. We celebrate the love that you have discovered in each other and support your decision to commit yourselves to each other for the rest of your lives.

As ___ and _ enter into marriage, they do so with thought and reverence. They give thanks for the past, which has brought them to this place, and look forward with the hope to what the future will bring.

Marriage symbolizes the ultimate intimacy between a man and a woman. This closeness should not diminish, but strengthen the individuality of each partner. A marriage that lasts is one that always has a little more to grow.

Today, _ and _, your celebration of human affection is an outward sign of a sacred and inward commitment.

_and _____, as you stand here in our presence, I remind you that a successful marriage is based on respect, honesty, loyalty and love.

Be kind to each other. When you disagree, do so with respect. The love that you have found together is a fragile gift. Nothing of this earth is worth the risk that it might be damaged. Always hold in your heart the feelings that you have at this moment. When there are difficult times, when you may doubt the validity of your love, bring yourself back to this moment. Keep your hearts open to each other, especially when it is the most difficult.

Declaration of Consent

___, do you come here today, in the presence of these witnesses, with love in your heart and a conscious desire to be united in marriage with _? Do you promise to share the responsibility for the growth and enrichment of your life together and to give to _ all the loving support she needs to become the person she is destined to be?

_____, do you come here today, in the presence of these witnesses, with love in your heart and a conscious desire to be united in marriage with _? Do you promise to share the responsibility for the growth and enrichment of your life together and to give to ___ all the loving support he needs to become the person he is destined to be?

Exchange of Rings

The circle has frequently been used to symbolize eternity. Without flaw, it endlessly flows from any point where it begins.

The ring, like a circle is a reminder of the perfection and endurance of _and _commitment and love for each other.

State after Me:

_________, This ring I give you, is a symbol of my love for you. I pledge to share with you, my heart, my home and all of my worldly possessions.

May your wedding rings be a visible sign of the promises that you have made to each other.

Benediction

May your lives be filled with wisdom, blessed with good health, abundant miracles and prosperity.

May you always cherish the love that you have found in each other. Protect your love; hold it safe in your hearts always.

_____and _ by stating your vows, you have publicly declared your commitment to each other. By the power invested in me by the United States Virgin Island, I hereby declare you husband and wife. ____ You may kiss your bride.

Island Spiritual Wedding Vows
Greetings and Convocations

We are gathered here today to join together_____ and _ in Holy Matrimony. _ and ____ are very honored that each of you are here to witness the beginning of their new life together.

Let us begin.

Jesus said, "Where two or more are gathered in my name, there I will be also."

Love can be one of the highest experiences that come to humankind. At its best, it reduces our selfishness, deepens our personalities and makes life more meaningful.

Matrimony symbolizes the ultimate intimacy between a man and a woman; yet this closeness should not diminish, but strengthen the individuality of each partner. A marriage that lasts is one that always has a little more to grow.

Intention

Today, ___________your celebration of human affection is a sign of a sacred and inward commitment. We gather today to unite you in marriage, an institution which the government may regulate and the church may sanction, but which can only become real in the lives of two people. This celebration is but an outward sign of the inward union of two hearts as such; marriage is the most holy of all relationships in life.

We celebrate together the love that you have discovered in each other, and support your decision to commit yourselves to one another for the rest of your lives.

Marriage is a holy estate born of love of God. It is a relationship entered into thoughtfully, reverently, with gratitude for the past and hope for the future.

Prayer

In Christ's name we ask your blessing now for____________ as they make their marriage vows.

Dear Lord, as ____________ pledge themselves to each other, help them and bless them that their love will be pure, that their vows may be true. We ask your protection on this couple and their union today and all of their days together.

Special Blessing

Here we pray for

a.) Children from a former marriage
b.) parents
c.) any special intentions

Declaration of Consent

God calls you into union with him and with one another. I ask you now in His presence to declare your intent.

will you have _ to be your husband, to live together in holy Marriage? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and care for him in sickness and in health and forsaking all others be faithful to him as long as you both shall live.

__ will you have _ to be your wife, to live in holy marriage? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and care for her in sickness and health and forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you both shall live?

Rings

The circle is a symbol of God, without beginning or end, with no points of weakness, the circle is a reminder of the eternal quality of God and of unending strength. These rings will be a reminder of your intentions, which you have just stated before me today. A reminder, to keep God in the center of your relationship and a symbol of your decision to remain faithful to each other always.

Blessing of the Rings

Bless these rings, may they symbolize eternity and the love of's union.
Dear Lord, we ask a special blessing upon , as they give each other their rings. May they always remember the words that they speak today. May you comfort them when times are difficult and remind them of the love they feel today.

Exchange of Rings

Repeat after me:

________, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love for you, my intention to be your husband, to be faithful to you and as a reminder of God's presence in our life.

_________, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love for you, my intention to be your wife, to be faithful to you and as a reminder of God's presence in our life.

_______________, by exchanging these vows and rings before me, you have publicly declared your marriage to each other.

Benediction

Now you will feel no rain, for each of you will be shelter for the other.
Now you will feel no cold, for each of you will be warmth to each other.
Now you are two persons, but there is only one life before you.
Go now; enter into the days of your life together.
And may your days be good and long on the earth.
Now go in peace and life, in love sharing the most precious gifts you have- the gift of your lives.
May the blessing of God be with you to guide you this day and forever.
For as much as you have consented together in holy matrimony and by the power invested in me by the United States Virgin Islands, I pronounce you husband and wife. Let all others honor your decision and the threshold of your home.
____________, you may kiss the bride.

Wedding Ceremony Readings

Wedding ceremony readings are the time when the bride and groom use the words of others to express the love they feel for each other. Not all of us are poets or writers in our own right. However, we all are aware of the emotions that a powerful work can induce in us. It is these feelings, of love and wonder and beauty, that wedding ceremony readings inspire in both the couple and the guests.

At Island Style Weddings, we have years of experience planning and attending beautiful weddings all across the Island of St. John. Thus, we are well equipped to help couples select which readings they would like for their own ceremony. What Wedding Ceremony Reading Is Right for You? Perhaps modern poetry is more to your taste. We can offer many suggestions for wonderful poems that would enhance the wedding ceremony. We also know of some passages written by various authors on the importance, beauty, and difficulties of love that would add a touch of reflection to the ceremony. Below are a few of our favorites:

When You Love Someone
Anne Morrow Lindberg

The Invitation
Oriah Mountain Dreamer

Love Is
Susan Polis Schtuz

Love Is
by Susan Polis Schutz

Love Is
Being happy for the other person when they are happy,
Being sad for the person when they are sad,
Being together in good times
Love is the source of strength.

Love is
Being honest with yourself at all times,
Being honest with the other person at all times
Telling, listening, respecting the truth
And never pretending
Love is the source of reality

Love is
An understanding that is so complete that
You feel as if you were a part of the other person
Accepting the other person just the way they are
And not trying to change them to be something else
Love is the source of unity

Love is
The freedom to pursue your own desires
While sharing your own experiences with the other person
The growth of one individual alongside of
And together with the growth of another individual
Love is the source of success

Love is
The excitement of planning things together
The excitement of doing things together
Love is the source of the future

Love is
The fury of the storm
The calm in the rainbow
Love is the source of passion

Love is
Giving and taking in a daily situation
Being patient with each other’s needs and desires
Love is the source of sharing

Love is
Knowing that the other person will always be there with you
regardless of what happens
Missing the other person
when they are away
But remaining near in heart at all times
Love is the source of security

Love is
when the worst thing that could happen to you is
something bad happening to the person that you love.
Love is The source of life

Wedding ceremony readings are also a wonderful way to incorporate more people into the ceremony. Perhaps your best friend feels slighted because you chose your sister as your maid of honor. You could include her in your special day by selecting a poem for her to read. Ceremony readings are a great way to make your wedding truly unique, as unique as you and your spouse-to-be. If you would like help planning any aspect of your wedding, including the readings, contact Mary Castle Bartolucci today at (340) 774-1484 or (888) 456-0010, or by email at mary@islandstyleweddings.com.


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Declaration of Consent

The circle has frequently been used to symbolize eternity. Without flaw, it endlessly flows from any point where it begins.

The ring, like a circle is a reminder of the perfection and endurance of _________and _________commitment and love for each other.

State after Me:

_________, This ring I give you, is a symbol of my love for you. I pledge to share with you, my heart, my home and all of my worldly possessions.

_________, This ring I give you, is a symbol of my love for you. I pledge to share with you, my heart, my home and all of my worldly possessions.

May your wedding rings be a visible sign of the promises that you have made to each other.

May your lives be filled with wisdom, blessed with good health, abundant miracles and prosperity.

May you always cherish the love that you have found in each other. Protect your love; hold it safe in your hearts always.

_________and _________ by stating your vows, you have publicly declared your commitment to each other. By the power invested in me by the United States Virgin Island, I hereby declare you husband and wife. ________ You may kiss your bride.

We are gathered here today to join together_______ and _____ in Holy Matrimony. _____ and ______ are very honored that each of you are here to witness the beginning of their new life together.

Let us begin.

Jesus said, "Where two or more are gathered in my name, there I will be also."

Love can be one of the highest experiences that come to humankind. At its best, it reduces our selfishness, deepens our personalities and makes life more meaningful.

Matrimony symbolizes the ultimate intimacy between a man and a woman; yet this closeness should not diminish, but strengthen the individuality of each partner. A marriage that lasts is one that always has a little more to grow.

We celebrate together the love that you have discovered in each other, and support your decision to commit yourselves to one another for the rest of your lives.

Marriage is a holy estate born of love of God. It is a relationship entered into thoughtfully, reverently, with gratitude for the past and hope for the future.

Prayer

In Christ's name we ask your blessing now for____________ as they make their marriage vows.

Dear Lord, as ____________ pledge themselves to each other, help them and bless them that their love will be pure, that their vows may be true. We ask your protection on this couple and their union today and all of their days together.

Here we pray for

a.) Children from a former marriage b.) parents c.) any special intentions

God calls you into union with him and with one another. I ask you now in His presence to declare your intent.

________ will you have _________ to be your husband, to live together in holy Marriage? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and care for him in sickness and in health and forsaking all others be faithful to him as long as you both shall live.

__________ will you have _________ to be your wife, to live in holy marriage? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and care for her in sickness and health and forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you both shall live?

Blessing of the Rings

Repeat after me:

________, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love for you, my intention to be your husband, to be faithful to you and as a reminder of God's presence in our life.

_________, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love for you, my intention to be your wife, to be faithful to you and as a reminder of God's presence in our life.

_______________, by exchanging these vows and rings before me, you have publicly declared your marriage to each other.

The ring, like a circle is a reminder of the perfection and endurance of _and _commitment and love for each other.

_____and _ by stating your vows, you have publicly declared your commitment to each other. By the power invested in me by the United States Virgin Island, I hereby declare you husband and wife. ____ You may kiss your bride.

We are gathered here today to join together_____ and _ in Holy Matrimony. _ and ____ are very honored that each of you are here to witness the beginning of their new life together.

a.) Children from a former marriage
b.) parents
c.) any special intentions

will you have _ to be your husband, to live together in holy Marriage? Will you love him, comfort him, honor and care for him in sickness and in health and forsaking all others be faithful to him as long as you both shall live.

__ will you have _ to be your wife, to live in holy marriage? Will you love her, comfort her, honor and care for her in sickness and health and forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you both shall live?