My fiance was raised christian and I am a wiccan but many members of our families do not agree with what I believe in. Is there a way to have a wedding ceremony that can incorporate aspects of both religions without stepping on peoples toes about it? We have agreed on a non-traditional wedding. One that is more spiritual than religious so no family member is offended. Any ideas? Please help.
Yes, I’ve done several Wiccan-Christian services, and a few completely Wiccan services! You don’t have to call the traditions “Wiccan” explicitly. For example, I often do handfastings, share the Celtic Cup/Quaich, and recite lovely blessings which would offend no one. We just seamlessly and gracefully interlace them within the Christian format. You may need to adapt the language sometimes, and often not that much. In my book, these traditions are listed universally or under Celtic and Scottish traditions. In one of my Wiccan interfaith marriages, the couple stood in a circle of rose petals surrounded by candles. It was our way of casting a circle! My motto: Two traditions, twice blessed! Reverend Susanna Stefanachi Macomb Author of Joining Hands and Hearts, Interfaith, Intercultural Wedding Celebrations, A Practical Guide for Couples
Wiccan Interfaith Ceremony
