Documente Academic
Documente Profesional
Documente Cultură
Baptismal certificate
Proof of confirmation
For converts, copy of Profession of
Faith
If previously married, proof that you
have obtained an annulment
Other requirements:
Servers
Priest
Groom (and his parents?)
Bridesmaids with Groomsmen
Bride (with her father or both parents)
* * *
Congregation stands for entire procession
Order of Procession:
Traditional American
Bridesmaids
( perhaps escorted by Groomsmen)
Flower Girl/Ring Bearer
Bride, escorted by father
Scripture Readings
Three readings:
1. Old Testament
2. Epistle
3. Gospel
There are readings
that have been chosen
specifically for
weddings
Any reading in the
Lectionary may be
chosen if its
appropriate for a
wedding
First two readings are always read by a
lector
Gospel is always read by a deacon (if one
is present) or the priest
Responsorial Psalm (between the First
and Second Reading) is usually sung
May never substitute or add a non-
Scriptural reading into the Mass
Readings are followed by the homily a
reflection on the readings given by the
deacon or priest
Exchange of Vows
Symbolizes two
becoming one
Not an official part
of the Catholic
ceremony
Usually done without
saying anything, with
appropriate music by
cantor or choir
Devotion at Marys Altar
Music is to enhance
prayer and worship; it
is not for
entertainment
The Rules for Wedding Music: