Ceremony Options
You may wish to incorporate one or more of these ceremony options into you ceremony.
Unity Candle Ceremony (Does not work well outdoors!)
The Unity Candle Ceremony consists of the lighting of one candle from two separate candles held by the bride and groom. This ceremony symbolizes the union of two lives into one. Creative variations can be added to the ceremony, such as the mothers of the bride and groom, or any designated member of the wedding party, lighting the candles after they walk down the isle or during the ceremony. The couple may keep the candle (some re-light the candle each year on their anniversary).
Lei Exchange
For those of you having your reception at the Polynesian.The couple ceremoniously adorn each other with a lei, while the officiant describes how relationships are fragile like the petals of the flowers in the lei and must be treated with tender care. Wording is customized depending on type of lei – maile leaf, kukui nut, ti leaf, etc. is sometimes used.
Sand Ceremony
Using sand collected from under the bride’s and groom’s feet (if on the beach) or 2 different colors of sand, for indoor weddings, this ceremony shows the meshing of two personalities. This can be modified to add children as well.
Breaking of the Glass
The breaking of the glass at the end of a wedding ceremony usually is reserved for Jewish ceremonies. However, it is a beautiful ending to any wedding. “Breaking the glass serves to remind us of two very important aspects of a marriage. The bride and groom - and everyone - should consider these marriage vows as an IRREVOCABLE ACT - just as permanent and final as the breaking of this glass is unchangeable. But the breaking of the glass also is a warning of the FRAILTY of a marriage. That sometimes a single thoughtless act, breech of trust, or infidelity can damage a marriage in ways that are very difficult to undo - just as it would be so difficult to undo the breaking of this glass."
Children Included in the Ceremony
Many couples are remarrying and want to include their children in the ceremony. There are numerous ways this may be done, such as including them in the Sand Ceremony, the Parents Vow to the Children, Unity Gifts
Flower Ceremony
This is a family/friends ceremony. Each designated person comes up and places a different flower in a vase to create a garden of love.
Hands Ceremony
A break in the ceremony in which the officiant uses the phrasing, "These are the hands that...."
Honoring the Mothers
A brief reading is done and then the bride and/or groom present their mother(s) with a small gift (flowers usually).
Silent Blessing and Moment of Remembrance
Both are small blessings/readings honoring the deceased. They may include specific names or a general statement.
Ribbon Ceremony/Handfasting
The ancient Celts tied the hands of the bride and groom. The officiant loosely binds the hands together. They remain that way for the rest of the ceremony
Rose Ceremony
A symbolic ceremony using roses, the symbol of love, showing support from guests and witnesses. Couples who have chosen this have described it as an extremely beautiful and moving ceremony.
Support from all the Guests Attending
Rather than ask who has just cause why this couple should not be married, why not ask who supports this marriage? The entire gathering of witnesses shout "I do!" which includes everyone present.
Blessing to the Four Directions
A long time ago, people believed the human soul shared characteristics with all things celestial. This prayer service designates the four points on a compass with human virtues.
Jumping The Broom
There are many different versions of this ritual that involves the couple jumping over the broom. Essentially, the jumping of the broom is a symbol of sweeping away of the old and welcoming the new, or a symbol of a new beginning.
Anything You Want!
Do you have your own wedding ideas? We will incorporate anything you want into the ceremony so that it is the most magical event of your life.
Unity Candle Ceremony (Does not work well outdoors!)
The Unity Candle Ceremony consists of the lighting of one candle from two separate candles held by the bride and groom. This ceremony symbolizes the union of two lives into one. Creative variations can be added to the ceremony, such as the mothers of the bride and groom, or any designated member of the wedding party, lighting the candles after they walk down the isle or during the ceremony. The couple may keep the candle (some re-light the candle each year on their anniversary).
Lei Exchange
For those of you having your reception at the Polynesian.The couple ceremoniously adorn each other with a lei, while the officiant describes how relationships are fragile like the petals of the flowers in the lei and must be treated with tender care. Wording is customized depending on type of lei – maile leaf, kukui nut, ti leaf, etc. is sometimes used.
Sand Ceremony
Using sand collected from under the bride’s and groom’s feet (if on the beach) or 2 different colors of sand, for indoor weddings, this ceremony shows the meshing of two personalities. This can be modified to add children as well.
Breaking of the Glass
The breaking of the glass at the end of a wedding ceremony usually is reserved for Jewish ceremonies. However, it is a beautiful ending to any wedding. “Breaking the glass serves to remind us of two very important aspects of a marriage. The bride and groom - and everyone - should consider these marriage vows as an IRREVOCABLE ACT - just as permanent and final as the breaking of this glass is unchangeable. But the breaking of the glass also is a warning of the FRAILTY of a marriage. That sometimes a single thoughtless act, breech of trust, or infidelity can damage a marriage in ways that are very difficult to undo - just as it would be so difficult to undo the breaking of this glass."
Children Included in the Ceremony
Many couples are remarrying and want to include their children in the ceremony. There are numerous ways this may be done, such as including them in the Sand Ceremony, the Parents Vow to the Children, Unity Gifts
Flower Ceremony
This is a family/friends ceremony. Each designated person comes up and places a different flower in a vase to create a garden of love.
Hands Ceremony
A break in the ceremony in which the officiant uses the phrasing, "These are the hands that...."
Honoring the Mothers
A brief reading is done and then the bride and/or groom present their mother(s) with a small gift (flowers usually).
Silent Blessing and Moment of Remembrance
Both are small blessings/readings honoring the deceased. They may include specific names or a general statement.
Ribbon Ceremony/Handfasting
The ancient Celts tied the hands of the bride and groom. The officiant loosely binds the hands together. They remain that way for the rest of the ceremony
Rose Ceremony
A symbolic ceremony using roses, the symbol of love, showing support from guests and witnesses. Couples who have chosen this have described it as an extremely beautiful and moving ceremony.
Support from all the Guests Attending
Rather than ask who has just cause why this couple should not be married, why not ask who supports this marriage? The entire gathering of witnesses shout "I do!" which includes everyone present.
Blessing to the Four Directions
A long time ago, people believed the human soul shared characteristics with all things celestial. This prayer service designates the four points on a compass with human virtues.
Jumping The Broom
There are many different versions of this ritual that involves the couple jumping over the broom. Essentially, the jumping of the broom is a symbol of sweeping away of the old and welcoming the new, or a symbol of a new beginning.
Anything You Want!
Do you have your own wedding ideas? We will incorporate anything you want into the ceremony so that it is the most magical event of your life.
