Unity Candle Ceremony
Nowadays, more couples are incorporating the unity candle ceremony in the wedding ceremony. What are unity candles? Unity candles symbolize the wedding ceremony's essence:...
Arrhae Ceremony
Sometime after the exchange of vows, the groom presents the arrhae or arras to his bride after it has been blessed by the priest.
The...
Cord Ceremony
Most of the ceremonies included in the wedding rites came from the Spanish missionaries centuries ago. The cord ceremony featuring the yugal is another...
Ceremony: Places, Processional and Recessional
Left or right? Who marches first? Here are some guides on church ceremony places and processional and recessional order.
Facing the altar, the bride stays...
Papal Blessing
Did you know that you could ask for the Pope's blessing for your wedding?
If you are both Catholic and are getting married in a...
Engagement Period
Congratulations, you're engaged! If you're Roman Catholic, it may interest you how the Catholic Church defines "engagement."
According to Canon 1062 of the Canon Laws...
Ceremony: Honoring the Virgin Mary
Nowadays, many brides practice another special and touching spiritual ceremony in their weddings, which is honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary.
There are three ways to...
Rose Ceremonies
Though more prevalent in Western weddings, you may also like to incorporate rose ceremonies in your wedding as an added special touch.
In the past,...
Entourage: Maid of Honor
Your sister/best friend/cousin is getting married and as her long-time confidante, she's asked you to be her maid of honor. You're sure to wear...
