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From the processional to the recessional - and everything in between - this is your space to get answers to everything you’ve ever wondered about vows, unity ceremonies, officiants, traditions, and more. After all, the wedding ceremony is what this whole shebang is about, right?!

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MrsGtoBe
Communion song
MrsGtoBe, on January 22, 2018 at 5:41 PM

For those taking communion during their ceremony, what song are you planning on playing in the background? Or what did you play if you are already married?

Stacy, Yesterday at 6:37 AM 7 5,699
Emily
Vow Renewal
Emily, on February 18, 2025 at 12:06 AM

So me and my current husband had gotten married in late December of this last year due to some issues that had come up. My health had declined severely over the past year and I have been on leave...

Emily, Feb 18, 2025 41
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How awkward is no music?
Madelyn, on January 27, 2025 at 3:25 AM

Be honest with me y'all. Would you get married without any music? Our venue is gorgeous but they have a strict no music policy. No live setups, DJs or musical equipment allowed because it's a park...

Traci, Feb 16, 2025 36 393
Mrs.a.brown
Non-religious Ceremony and Vows?
Mrs.a.brown, on July 9, 2019 at 2:36 AM

So, for a short backstory, my FH and I have been together for over 10yrs. We are for the most part, Agnostic and we respect others beliefs and traditions, but do not follow the same roads as them. Our...

Marcos, Feb 15, 2025 23 462 2
Shae
Indian Fusion Wedding Ceremony Advice
Shae, on December 20, 2021 at 8:38 PM

Indian Fusion Wedding Advice Hey everyone! Need some advice on if it’s possible to do a fusion ceremony the way I am envisioning within a 45 minute period. I don’t want to disrespect traditions, but I...

Celine, Feb 15, 2025 20 2,404 6
Cierra
Wedding ceremony start time.
Cierra, on February 11, 2025 at 8:53 PM

I'm trying to figure out what time for our wedding ceremony to start. The wedding is November 15th of this year, and the wedding is going to be healed at our church and then the reception to follow is...

Susan, Feb 13, 2025 1 48
Felicia
Officiant not from Virginia, need someone to officially sign the marriage certificate
Felicia, on February 7, 2025 at 2:44 AM

We have a family member performing our wedding. She lives and is ordained in West Virginia. Virginia laws are SUPER strict - she cannot officially sign our marriage certificate. Virginia does not...

Annajean, Feb 13, 2025 9 187 1
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Catholic/non-catholic wanting a compromise wedding not in a church
Anna, on January 20, 2025 at 12:08 AM

My fiancé and I got engaged this past December. We have been together for over 8 years and have lived together for over 2. I am a confirmed Catholic, though I only go to Mass irregularly. My fiancé is...

Bartholome, Feb 8, 2025 2 66
Liz
Live stream of wedding
Liz, on May 28, 2020 at 9:30 AM

Due to covid, we are having a very small ceremony and would like to live stream it. What is the best platform to use? I know zoom has a time limit, but also heard Facebook may take it down due to...

Bartholome, Feb 8, 2025 14 819 1
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Searching for Willow Trees in Iowa/nebraska
Allison, on February 5, 2025 at 2:17 PM

Hello, I am looking for a venue with a willow tree in the Iowa/Nebraska area. We are doing a small ceremony with just immediate family so nothing too expensive… If anyone knows of anywhere like this...

Bartholome, Feb 8, 2025 28
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Church Ceremony & Venue Ceremony
Marlena, on January 21, 2025 at 2:20 PM

I need advice from brides that are either doing this or have done this! We’re planning to have a church ceremony a week before the actual venues ceremony. Brides, how did you all feel at the venue...

Bartholome, Feb 8, 2025 1 86
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Creating a Memorable Exit Post-ceremony - Ideas?
Mark, on January 8, 2025 at 3:29 AM

Hello, We’re planning our wedding and would love to make our ceremony exit unforgettable. Whether it’s something classic like a sparkler send-off or something totally unique, we’re open to all ideas!...

Mark, Jan 24, 2025 1 52
Monica
Looking for Help with a Non-traditional 10-year Anniversary/vow Renewal Wedding
Monica, on January 18, 2025 at 10:36 AM

Hi there! I’m Monica, and I’m feeling a little lost when it comes to planning my 10-year anniversary/vow renewal celebration. I have a vision of a Gothic, Halloween, Day of the Dead themed wedding,...

Gore, Jan 20, 2025 1 45
Emily
No Bridal Party- Ceremony Planning Help
Emily, on March 13, 2023 at 4:49 PM

Hi! My fiance and I have chosen not to have a traditional bridal party (no groomsmen or bridesmaids). Thus, it will just be us standing up there with our officiant. For this reason, I am having...

Joy, Jan 15, 2025 21 4,239 7
Jackie
Free or low-cost outdoor Colorado ceremony sites with gorgeous views
Jackie, on January 9, 2025 at 10:09 AM

Hello! I am currently searching for a location to have our wedding and would love to have an outdoor ceremony with beautiful mountain views in Colorado but need a place that could accommodate at least...

Jackie, Jan 11, 2025 3 95
Maja
Civil wedding in Italy - number of witnesses allowed to sign?
Maja, on January 6, 2025 at 11:14 AM

Hey everyone, we are planning our civil wedding in Tuscany and would love to have 2 witnesses each (4 in total). I have read that officially, only 2 can sign (for the civil ceremony), that, however,...

Maja, Jan 6, 2025 122 1
Ashley
Our wedding
Ashley, on December 19, 2024 at 1:33 AM

With LSU theme

Ashley, Jan 6, 2025 2 245 2
Isabella
Walking in as a group for ceremony processional
Isabella, on December 16, 2024 at 9:38 PM

Hi everyone! I’m having a small family ceremony with the exception of our chose bridal party. We will be mingling and spending time with everyone taking photos before the ceremony up until it starts....

James, Dec 30, 2024 4 149
Tianna
What if uninvited’s just show up!?
Tianna, on August 29, 2018 at 2:34 AM

I’m actually concerned that a few of my guests will just bring a random person without rsvping for them and just show up... but how are you supposed to navigate that? It’s not like you have a bouncer...

Mary, Dec 26, 2024 23 1,265
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Walking down the aisle
Skylynn, on April 26, 2024 at 4:14 PM

I was wondering what kind of songs is everyone walking down the aisle to?? Instrumentals or soft lyrics? Give me ideas!!

Semi, Dec 25, 2024 112 2,770 7
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