Traditional Church Wedding Itinerary
Before the Ceremony
Time | Event | Details |
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Bridal Party Arrival and Preparation | The bridal party (bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girls, ring bearers) arrives at the church for final preparations. |
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM | Guests Arrival | Guests arrive at the church, and ushers hand out programs and guide them to their seats. |
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM | Prelude Music | Soft background music plays as guests are seated and the bride prepares for her entrance. |
Wedding Ceremony
Time | Event | Details |
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2:00 PM - 2:05 PM | Bridal Party Procession | Groomsmen and bridesmaids walk down the aisle, followed by the flower girl and ring bearer. |
2:05 PM - 2:10 PM | Bride’s Entrance | The bride enters the church, typically escorted by her father or another family member. |
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM | Welcome and Opening Remarks | The officiant welcomes guests, shares readings, prayers, or hymns to begin the ceremony. |
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM | Exchange of Vows and Rings | The couple exchanges vows and rings, followed by any additional readings or musical selections. |
2:45 PM - 2:55 PM | Pronouncement of Marriage | The officiant pronounces the couple as married, followed by their first kiss as a married couple. |
2:55 PM - 3:00 PM | Recessional | The couple exits the church, followed by the bridal party. Guests cheer and congratulate the newlyweds. |
After the Ceremony
Time | Event | Details |
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3:00 PM - 3:30 PM | Receiving Line | The couple greets guests as they exit the church. A receiving line may occur near the church doors or in a designated area. |
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Post-Ceremony Photos | The couple and bridal party take formal photos at the church or nearby. |
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Guest Departure to Reception | Guests head to the reception venue. Light snacks and drinks may be served as they await the couple's arrival. |
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