Commitment-What is it?
What
Happens at a Vale Ceremonies Commitment Ceremony?
The
Essential Elements
A commitment ceremony is often very similar to many other kinds of weddings. The difference is that rather than being a legally binding ceremony, it is a public affirmation of a couples commitment to one another.
However, generally speaking, these are the key elements:
1. GreetingA commitment ceremony is often very similar to many other kinds of weddings. The difference is that rather than being a legally binding ceremony, it is a public affirmation of a couples commitment to one another.
However, generally speaking, these are the key elements:
The celebrant welcomes guests to a celebration of the love and commitment between the couple and may say a few words about their relationship and/or about commitment in general.
2. Vows
The couple declares their intent to be a committed couple. As in any kind
of union ceremony, you will make promises about what that commitment means.
Alternatively you may write your own vows.
3. Readings/Music
A religious commitment ceremony will likely incorporate hymns and scripture
readings that focus on love. A secular ceremony will usually also include
music and readings about love, including poems, passages of literature,
famous quotes, personal writing, pop songs, and classic wedding music.3. Readings/Music
4. Exchange of Rings
You may wish to exchange rings. Some words may be said about what the rings symbolize.
5. Proclamation of Commitment
The celebrant announces to the guests that you are now united and invites you to kiss.
