Personal...
Joyful... Memorable...
A
recent survey of major wedding reception facilities in the
Milwaukee area found that 10-15% of the weddings hosted at
these sites include both the wedding ceremony and reception.
This growing trend provides bridal couples with an
opportunity for greater self-expression and simplifies the
logistics for both the wedding party and guests.
Couples
choosing custom wedding ceremonies often have distinct needs
such as the desire to:
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Incorporate
different faith, wisdom or cultural traditions
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Acknowledge
a spiritual connection with God, beyond the bounds of
traditional religion
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Be
married outdoors in a natural setting
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Overcome
the lack of a current church affiliation or the rejection
by church officials because they live together or have not
obtained the annulment of a prior marriage
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Have
their children be active participants in the ceremony,
signifying their involvement in the marriage and new
family unit
Custom
wedding ceremonies assist in meeting these needs.
Like a wedding gown that fits perfectly, a customized
wedding ceremony is a creative and personalized marriage
ceremony for the couple and their guests. It allows the
bride and groom to:
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Present their relationship to their friends and family,
most of whom know one of them better than the other
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Make a personal and public statement about the nature
of their commitment to each other
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Invite a spiritual presence into the relationship so
that the marriage has a sacred quality
The
selection of an officiant—either ordained minister or
qualified public servant—is key to creating a successful
custom ceremony. Several
qualities that make an officiant a good choice include:
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Mutual respect
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Good communication skills, attention to detail and
follow through
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Proficiency in ceremony creation, working closely with
the couple in adapting the language and presentation of their
ceremony to fit their needs
At
its best, a customized wedding ceremony reflects the love and
commitment of the bride and groom to one another in a
personal, joyful and memorable way.
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