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Many brides and
grooms want to include some type of remembrance during their wedding ceremony of
a parent (or parents) that have passed away. It can be done tactfully and
without making it too sad at the same time.
Here are some
options:
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Lighting of
candles. This can be done at the very beginning of the ceremony or
during the lighting of the unity candle.
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Presentation
of single stemmed flowers for each parent at the altar.
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A special
reading (which mentions their names) could also be done.
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Have the
clergy say a prayer (mentioning their names) and possibly have the
congregation bow their heads in a moment of silent remembrance.
Before you decide,
speak with your clergy and see what he or she thinks would be best. They know
you better and are in a better position to make suggestions.
One final and
important point: don't get too sentimental during this time. This is your
wedding day and you know your parents would want you to enjoy this celebration
without becoming so choked up that you couldn't go on with the ceremony.
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