Elopement at Moulton falls, washington, June 9, 2017
Minister: (Bless rings at each direction and place on altar)
I call upon the East
Breath of Life
Dawn of New Beginnings
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon the South
Spark of Life
Passion and Creativity
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon the West
Blood of Life
Emotion and Deep Understanding
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon the North
Cradle of Life
Strength, Stability, and Growth
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon Spirit
The Life itself that surrounds us, fills us, and binds us all together
(Bride and Groom come together in circle as Spirit)
Bless us in this sacred space
(Hand Bride and Groom wine goblets)
You both hold in your hands, waters that represent your individual selves. Distinct. Independent.
(Bride and Groom mix wines)
See now, they become one. No longer what was, but a new a beautiful whole. A new uniqueness... But still you can taste your individual flavors in what is now one.
(Bride and Groom drink)
Please join your right hands. (Place hand fasting cords around their joined hands)
(I read a poem the Groom wrote and they exchange rings)
Destiny has made your paths cross. Today, hand in hand, you choose to walk through this life together. Your love was born to be. Hearts as one. Witness these oaths to stay side by side forever.
(Tie the knot)
May your paths be smooth
And the weather be fair
May your hearts fill with joy
And never a care
May your friends be many
And the good times last
And may you look fondly
Upon the past
May life be kind
And love be true
May the Lord and Lady's blessings
Shine upon you
Blessed Be
By the power vested in my, by the State of Washington, I now pronounce you husband and wife. So mote it be.
You may kiss the bride.
It is my great honor and pleasure, to present to all gathered here in body, spirit, and nature, Bride and Groom.
(Close Circle) Spirit, North, West, South, and East, we thank you for joining with us today. Hail and Farewell.
I call upon the East
Breath of Life
Dawn of New Beginnings
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon the South
Spark of Life
Passion and Creativity
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon the West
Blood of Life
Emotion and Deep Understanding
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon the North
Cradle of Life
Strength, Stability, and Growth
Bless us in this sacred space
(Place elemental symbol)
I call upon Spirit
The Life itself that surrounds us, fills us, and binds us all together
(Bride and Groom come together in circle as Spirit)
Bless us in this sacred space
(Hand Bride and Groom wine goblets)
You both hold in your hands, waters that represent your individual selves. Distinct. Independent.
(Bride and Groom mix wines)
See now, they become one. No longer what was, but a new a beautiful whole. A new uniqueness... But still you can taste your individual flavors in what is now one.
(Bride and Groom drink)
Please join your right hands. (Place hand fasting cords around their joined hands)
(I read a poem the Groom wrote and they exchange rings)
Destiny has made your paths cross. Today, hand in hand, you choose to walk through this life together. Your love was born to be. Hearts as one. Witness these oaths to stay side by side forever.
(Tie the knot)
May your paths be smooth
And the weather be fair
May your hearts fill with joy
And never a care
May your friends be many
And the good times last
And may you look fondly
Upon the past
May life be kind
And love be true
May the Lord and Lady's blessings
Shine upon you
Blessed Be
By the power vested in my, by the State of Washington, I now pronounce you husband and wife. So mote it be.
You may kiss the bride.
It is my great honor and pleasure, to present to all gathered here in body, spirit, and nature, Bride and Groom.
(Close Circle) Spirit, North, West, South, and East, we thank you for joining with us today. Hail and Farewell.