Is it proper for the bride to read text in the ceremony?
FH and I are getting married in August. Our wedding party, including ushers, a soloist, etc., is small, but consists of those most dear to us. However, there is no one with whom I have a very close relationship whom I would like to serve as a reader. My fiancee feels the same. We want each individual involved in our wedding to be a true "dearly beloved." Further, I've often felt that the reading of biblical text (as the reading will be) is over-shadowed by the flat and perfunctory recitation given by so many readers. I have a nice reading style - no false modesty here! - and I believe that my emotions for my FH would nicely animate the text. Is it improper in any way for me to read - or more likely, recite from memory - the selected text? I have considered whether I would be too emotional to properly perform this part of the ceremony, but I believe that I can handle it. I gave the eulogy at my father's funeral five years ago, and, as devastated as I was, I managed to make it through the eulogy without breaking down. I believe that I could do the same here.
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Jan 18, 2008, 10:21 AM
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Re: [lwygrl] Is it proper for the bride to read text in the ceremony?
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Dear lwygrl,
You could include this as part of your vows to your fiance. It would be best if your fiance could then respond with something in kind. It wouldn't have to be something as long as your reading, but at least something in response.
If your wedding is very small and informal, you could turn to your guests and deliver a reading though. Informal weddings can be more unique.
Is it proper for the bride to read text in the ceremony?
