Below is an example showing how different sections from the “Tailored To You” scripts can be combined and/or adapted to create your ceremony. This example shows the wording prior to adding your personal details.
Welcome – Script 3 (adapted)
“Welcome one and all to this most joyful of occasion. What a great pleasure and privilege it is, for us to be here to witness and to celebrate (Name) and (Name) renewing their lifelong promises to each other. And we are joyful, because of love.
(Name) and (Name), we are delighted that you both present yourselves in front of us today, to re-make these pledges and vows to each other surrounded by those you love, and who love you.”
Thanking guests – Script 2 (adapted)
“As those dearest to our couple, I also welcome you here on (Name) and (Name’s) behalf. They are so thankful, that you have all journeyed to be with them and share in this special milestone in their lives.”
Your Ongoing Story – Script 7
“Before we begin, let us all take a moment, to recognise the significance of this day in (Name) and (Name’s) lives, and be truly present with them, as we’re reminded of the story of their mutually grown love and commitments.”
(Words highlighting your story together)
“And so that brings us to today, such a special and joyous day in which you have chosen to renew the vows you made to each other on your wedding day.”
Example Reading – “The Beauty of Love” by Anon
“The question is asked: “Is there anything more beautiful in life than a young couple clasping hands and pure hearts in the path of marriage? Can there be anything more beautiful than young love?” And the answer is given: “Yes, there is a more beautiful thing.”
“It is the spectacle of an old couple finishing their journey together on that path. Their hands are gnarled but still clasped; their faces are seamed but still radiant; their hearts are physically bowed and tired but still strong with love and devotion. Yes, there is a more beautiful thing than young love. Old love.””
Commitments – Script 4
(Name) and (Name) having been married for (Number) years, you know that to make a relationship work, takes more than love.
You know it takes trust, to know in your hearts that you want only the best for each other.
That it takes dedication, to stay open to one another, to learn and grow, even when it is difficult to do so.
And it takes faith, to go forward together without knowing what the future holds for you both.
While love is our natural state of being, you know that these other qualities are not always as easy to come by.
And that the true art of married life is as much an inner spiritual journey as an outer one.
You know that marriage is not a destination, but a journey, a journey which brings mutual enrichment, a give and take between two personalities, a mingling of two endowments, and diminishes neither, but enhances both.
With this continued understanding I ask that you face each other, hold hands and repeat after me, starting with (Name)
In the presence of our family and friends, I (Name), re-commit to my life in marriage with you (Name), and continue to hold you in my heart as my wife/husband/life partner, for as long as our days shall last.
In the presence of our family and friends, I (Name), re-commit to my life in marriage with you (Name), and continue to hold you in my heart as my wife/husband/life partner, for as long as our days shall last.
Renewal of Vows – Script 3
“(Name) and (Name) you know that a marriage is more than a legal document. A marriage, truly, is nothing except the promises made and kept by two individuals, reaffirmed each new day. After (number) years united together, you have surely changed and grown, and so too has your relationship. And so it is fitting that the vows and promises you pledge for your lives going forward reflect the couple you are today.”
“Please read them aloud to each other now.”
(Partner 1 reads their vows)
(Partner 2 reads their vows)
Guest Affirmation – Script 6
“(Name) and (Name), you have re-dedicated yourselves to each other in front of those dearest to you, and it is to them that I turn to now.”
“As family and close friends of our couple, each of you has played a role in bringing them to this day, supporting them and enriching their lives, through the time of their dating, during the years of their civil partnership, and now you will continue to do so, in this third incarnation, of the loving commitment of their marriage. If you agree, please show your heartfelt support for them by saying, “We do.”
(Guests: “We do”)
Closing Words – Script 1
“May the renewed vows you’ve shared be the truth of your everyday lives. May you always see and encourage the best in each other. May the challenges that life brings your way make your marriage grow stronger. May you always be able to make each other laugh, and to always find the fun in life. May you have happiness, and share it with each other. May you have love, and let it grow in loving one another.”
Kiss – Script 5 (adapted)
“(Name) and (Name) you have now (renewed your vows/ transformed your civil partnership into a marriage), congratulations. Please celebrate with a kiss.”
Re-pronouncement – Script 7
“Friends, family and loved ones, please raise your glasses in a toast, as it is my honour to present to you, once again as husband and wife/wife and wife/husband and husband:
Mr and Mrs/Mr and Mr/ Mrs and Mrs (Surname)”
(Guests raise glasses in a toast)
Below is an example showing how different sections from the “Tailored To You” scripts can be combined and/or adapted to create your ceremony. This example shows the wording prior to adding your personal details.
Welcome – Script 3 (adapted)
“Welcome one and all to this most joyful of occasion. What a great pleasure and privilege it is, for us to be here to witness and to celebrate (Name) and (Name) renewing their lifelong promises to each other. And we are joyful, because of love.
(Name) and (Name), we are delighted that you both present yourselves in front of us today, to re-make these pledges and vows to each other surrounded by those you love, and who love you.”
Thanking guests – Script 2 (adapted)
“As those dearest to our couple, I also welcome you here on (Name) and (Name’s) behalf. They are so thankful, that you have all journeyed to be with them and share in this special milestone in their lives.”
Your Ongoing Story – Script 7
“Before we begin, let us all take a moment, to recognise the significance of this day in (Name) and (Name’s) lives, and be truly present with them, as we’re reminded of the story of their mutually grown love and commitments.”
(Words highlighting your story together)
“And so that brings us to today, such a special and joyous day in which you have chosen to renew the vows you made to each other on your wedding day.”
Example Reading – “The Beauty of Love” by Anon
“The question is asked: “Is there anything more beautiful in life than a young couple clasping hands and pure hearts in the path of marriage? Can there be anything more beautiful than young love?” And the answer is given: “Yes, there is a more beautiful thing.”
“It is the spectacle of an old couple finishing their journey together on that path. Their hands are gnarled but still clasped; their faces are seamed but still radiant; their hearts are physically bowed and tired but still strong with love and devotion. Yes, there is a more beautiful thing than young love. Old love.””
Commitments – Script 4
(Name) and (Name) having been married for (Number) years, you know that to make a relationship work, takes more than love.
You know it takes trust, to know in your hearts that you want only the best for each other.
That it takes dedication, to stay open to one another, to learn and grow, even when it is difficult to do so.
And it takes faith, to go forward together without knowing what the future holds for you both.
While love is our natural state of being, you know that these other qualities are not always as easy to come by.
And that the true art of married life is as much an inner spiritual journey as an outer one.
You know that marriage is not a destination, but a journey, a journey which brings mutual enrichment, a give and take between two personalities, a mingling of two endowments, and diminishes neither, but enhances both.
With this continued understanding I ask that you face each other, hold hands and repeat after me, starting with (Name)
In the presence of our family and friends, I (Name), re-commit to my life in marriage with you (Name), and continue to hold you in my heart as my wife/husband/life partner, for as long as our days shall last.
In the presence of our family and friends, I (Name), re-commit to my life in marriage with you (Name), and continue to hold you in my heart as my wife/husband/life partner, for as long as our days shall last.
Renewal of Vows – Script 3
“(Name) and (Name) you know that a marriage is more than a legal document. A marriage, truly, is nothing except the promises made and kept by two individuals, reaffirmed each new day. After (number) years united together, you have surely changed and grown, and so too has your relationship. And so it is fitting that the vows and promises you pledge for your lives going forward reflect the couple you are today.”
“Please read them aloud to each other now.”
(Partner 1 reads their vows)
(Partner 2 reads their vows)
Guest Affirmation – Script 6
“(Name) and (Name), you have re-dedicated yourselves to each other in front of those dearest to you, and it is to them that I turn to now.”
“As family and close friends of our couple, each of you has played a role in bringing them to this day, supporting them and enriching their lives, through the time of their dating, during the years of their civil partnership, and now you will continue to do so, in this third incarnation, of the loving commitment of their marriage. If you agree, please show your heartfelt support for them by saying, “We do.”
(Guests: “We do”)
Closing Words – Script 1
“May the renewed vows you’ve shared be the truth of your everyday lives. May you always see and encourage the best in each other. May the challenges that life brings your way make your marriage grow stronger. May you always be able to make each other laugh, and to always find the fun in life. May you have happiness, and share it with each other. May you have love, and let it grow in loving one another.”
Kiss – Script 5 (adapted)
“(Name) and (Name) you have now (renewed your vows/ transformed your civil partnership into a marriage), congratulations. Please celebrate with a kiss.”
Re-pronouncement – Script 7
“Friends, family and loved ones, please raise your glasses in a toast, as it is my honour to present to you, once again as husband and wife/wife and wife/husband and husband:
Mr and Mrs/Mr and Mr/ Mrs and Mrs (Surname)”
(Guests raise glasses in a toast)