{"id":297,"date":"2009-02-23T20:11:27","date_gmt":"2009-02-24T01:11:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=297"},"modified":"2009-07-01T15:05:10","modified_gmt":"2009-07-01T20:05:10","slug":"remembering-a-loved-one-during-the-wedding-ceremony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-ceremonies\/remembering-a-loved-one-during-the-wedding-ceremony","title":{"rendered":"Remembering a Loved One During the Wedding Ceremony"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Weddings are all about love and family.\u00a0 While many seem to believe that a wedding is all about the couple and their special day, in reality, the service itself largely involves the family and friends of the bride and groom.\u00a0 Unfortunately, many loved ones are lost over the years, and it is perfectly suitable to honor the deceased during the ceremony.\u00a0 There are many ways to honor and remember a deceased family member or friend during your ceremony.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Light a Memorial Candle<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=memorial%20candle\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-299\" title=\"Unity Candle\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/candle.jpg\" alt=\"Unity Candle\" width=\"129\" height=\"129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/candle.jpg 129w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/candle-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 129px) 100vw, 129px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-299\" title=\"Unity Candle\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/candle.jpg\" alt=\"Unity Candle\" width=\"129\" height=\"129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/candle.jpg 129w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/candle-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 129px) 100vw, 129px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a>Provide a second table near the altar or near the front of the church.\u00a0 On it, place a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=memorial%20candle\">Memorial Candle <\/a>\u00a0in tribute to your loved ones.\u00a0 Light the candle and ask your officiant to speak a few words about your loved one, including special characteristics about them, and of course how much you wish they were there.\u00a0 Your officiant will be able to offer advice on wording this prayer and when to incorporate it into the ceremony.\u00a0 Then, place a rose in front of the candle in memoriam and possibly include a photo or collage of portraits of the deceased on the table.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Light Tapered Candles in Memorium<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is traditional to have one or both parents light the individual tapers for their children before the bride and groom light the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=unity%20candle\">Unity Candle<\/a>.\u00a0 If one or both of your parents is deceased, there are several ways to honor them still.\u00a0 The bride or groom can light the taper themselves and ask the officiant to acknowledge the parents before you light the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/category.php?c=009213\">Unity Candle<\/a>.\u00a0 You may also use candelabras; having sisters, brothers, or other family members light a candle for each relative\u00a0who is no longer with you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>All in the Family<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=memorial%20bud%20vase\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-301\" title=\"vase\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/vase.jpg\" alt=\"vase\" width=\"100\" height=\"150\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-301\" title=\"vase\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/vase.jpg\" alt=\"vase\" width=\"100\" height=\"150\" \/><\/noscript><\/a>Have a special moment in the ceremony when all family members come forward and light candles in memory of loved ones. Or, share a commemorative moment at your wedding ceremony by placing a flower in a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=memorial%20bud%20vase\">memorial bud vase<\/a>, printed with sentimental words honoring a loved one.\u00a0 Place a photo near the vase. Your special keepsake vase can be placed on a mantle or bookcase after the wedding day.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Put it in Writing<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=memorial%20bible\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-298\" title=\"Wedding Keepsake Bible\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bible.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Keepsake Bible\" width=\"129\" height=\"129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bible.jpg 129w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bible-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 129px) 100vw, 129px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-298\" title=\"Wedding Keepsake Bible\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bible.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Keepsake Bible\" width=\"129\" height=\"129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bible.jpg 129w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/02\/bible-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 129px) 100vw, 129px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a>No memory is greater, no tribute finer, than a personalized <a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=memorial%20bible\">memorial Bible<\/a>, whether presented on an altar in remembrance, carried by the bride in place of the traditional bridal bouquet or given to the wedding couple as a spiritual reminder of loved ones lost.\u00a0 Also, a short mention of your deceased loved ones in the wedding program, and a description of the different ways you plan on honoring and including them during your service, is an appropriate and lasting remembrance as well.<\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Minister&#8217;s Help<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Ask your clergy or Officiant to say a short prayer or ask for a moment of silence in honor of your loved one. Perhaps carry a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/shopping\/search.php?strkeyword=wedding%20rosary\">wedding day rosary <\/a>in their honor.<\/p>\n<p>However you choose to remember this special person, be sure not to linger since this should be a happy event. Keep these suggestions incorporated into your ceremony, leaving the reception as a happy, upbeat time for celebrating.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Weddings are all about love and family.\u00a0 While many seem to believe that a wedding is all about the couple and their special day, in reality, the service itself largely involves the family and friends of the bride and groom.\u00a0 Unfortunately, many loved ones are lost over the years, and it is perfectly suitable to honor the deceased during the ceremony.\u00a0 There are many ways to honor and remember a deceased family member or friend during your ceremony. 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