Wedding sermons are not something most preachers are trained very well to write. A wedding is a highly personal occasion, yet you are a minister called to proclaim a tradition. Nobody wants to stand too long, yet you need to say something meaningful. You are the least important person, yet you will probably talk the most.
How do you write wedding sermons well? Follow these steps to craft wedding sermons that are faithful and memorable, personal and corporate, Christ centered and couple honoring.
Plan a Wedding Blessing
Whether you're an officiant, parent, friend or relative, planning a wedding blessing can be stressful. You want to make sure that the blessing you give is inspirational and touching for the couple. Use these steps to plan your wedding blessing.
Create a Wedding Map
One of the most important things you can give your guests is a map to your wedding. This is included in the invitation and takes the hassle and guesswork out of trying to find the location for your guests so they are happy, relaxed and arrive on time. Making a wedding map is simple enough, you just have to use a little common sense and take the time to create a nice looking map that will be easily understood by even those with no sense of direction.
Tell a Guest You Want Money For Your Wedding Present
Weddings are momentous occasions that represent intimidating budgets and planning. For many couples, marriage involves the merging of households, so gifts may not be practical. Traditionally, guests attend the ceremony and the reception, where they can give a congratulatory gift to the couple. Etiquette, however, frowns upon the obvious request (or demand) for gifts, because the bride and groom invite guests for a celebration. For couples planning a wedding, novel approaches may help provide gentle direction to guests who are open to giving money as a gift. In all cases, remember that wedding gifts are optional and that presents are given in the spirit of wishing a couple well.
Rent a Home for a Wedding
Hosting a wedding in your own home comes with a host of problems, including obtaining permits, finding outdoor restrooms and dealing with guests who won't leave. That's why a number of brides rent private homes for their wedding. You still get the down-home feel of having a private wedding at home but without the hassles. Before renting a home, you have to consider a number of different factors.