I have been unsuccessful trying to find the proper wording for putting my deceased father's name into my wedding program. How is this done correctly and properly? R--
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Re: [becca_al30] Deceased Father in Wedding Program
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Dear R--
You could simply write, "We would like to remember ... ."
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The following is an article we recently published about your topic. I hope you find the content helpful.
There are many ways to remember a deceased family member or friend during your wedding ceremony.
Lighting a Memorial Candle
Place a table near the altar or front of the church. On it, place a Memorial Candle in a tribute to your deceased family member or friend. Light the memorial candle and ask your minister to say a few words about your loved one, including how much you wish they were there. Your officiant will be able to offer suggestions for wording this prayer and when to incorporate it into the ceremony.
Light Taper Candles in Memoriam
It is traditional to have one or both parents light the individual tapers for their children before the bride and groom light the Unity Candle. If one or both of your parents has passed, there are many ways to perform this candle lighting ceremony. Either bride or groom can light the taper themselves and ask the minister to acknowledge the parents before the bride and groom light the Unity Candle. You can also use candelabras; having other family members light a candle for each passed relative.
Remember your deceased family member with a memorial bud vase, which is printed with sentimental words. Place a single rose in the vase during your ceremony to honor the passed loved one. Your bud vase can later be placed on a mantle or displayed on a bookcase as a special keepsake.
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Deceased Father in Wedding Program
