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“Harmony
is the spiritual beauty of any intimate relationship. It is elegant
coexistence, peaceful compatibility, a similarity of frequency. It
is knowing that you share the same view of the world, that what you want
out of life runs along parallel lines. It’s looking at your
beloved and being able to say to yourself, ‘We stand for the same
things, don’t we? We may encounter some rough spots, but at the heart we
both share the same values.’” -- Daphne Rose Kigma |
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Before
a candlelit altar, a young groom takes the hand of his bride and vows:
“Today
I commit my body and spirit to you. I promise to try always to make our
relationship grow through openness in communication; through trust in our
willingness to work toward our mutual god; through our love for each other even
when that love seems hidden for the moment.”
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Words
such as these have touched the hearts of so many couples I have worked with over
the years. I was ordained a Roman Catholic Priest in 1981. I am affiliated
with two religious organizations: C.I.T.I. (an organization of married Catholic
Priests) and the International Council of Community Churches. I am a
New York State Officiant who performs Religious,
Civil, Interfaith, and Non-denominational Weddings.
Many
of the weddings at which I officiate at are from the Catholic tradition for
those couples who for whatever reason cannot or choose not to be married in the
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I also officiate at many interfaith ceremonies including
Jewish/Catholic ceremonies where I co-officiate with a Rabbi or Cantor. For
couples who are not affiliated with any one particular religious tradition but
still seek a meaningful spiritual experience I offer them a very simple
ceremony. Click here for an example.
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I
give you this ring as a sign of my Love. |
A
Prayer for Love, Happiness and Peace. |
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It
would be my honor to assist you in your journey of new life. Call or e-mail me
so we can begin the conversation.
My
cell phone is (516) 241-5647 and my email address
is tmaquinas@aol.com. |
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Possible
Order for Your Wedding Ceremony
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I. |
Processional – Music |
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II. |
Words
of Welcome |
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III. |
Opening
Prayer
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IV. |
Readings |
(May be chosen by Couple or Officiant and may be
read by Readers
or Officiant; readings from bible, poetry, or a combination. Click
here for a list of many suggestions.) |
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V. |
Reflection
/ Homily |
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VI. |
Vows |
(Traditional or Contemporary – written or selected by
Couple)
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VII. |
Exchange of Rings |
(Words may be traditional or other words chosen by
Couple)
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VIII. |
Unity Candle |
(Optional
-- Music is also optional)
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IX. |
Final Blessing
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X. |
Pronouncement
/ Kiss |
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XI. |
Recessional – Music
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