*Sigh*
In pre-marital counselling, I always tell a young couple that the purpose of a wedding in the church is to gather there to praise God, to thank God that they have found one-another, and to ask God to bless them as they start life in a new relationship.
Next, for ten minutes I will act as an agent of the Province and register their marriage with the government.
Beyond that, (I say with a grin and twinkle to the groom and a thumb pointed at the bride) the purpose of the wedding is to keep her and her mother happy. You keep your mouth shut, and at the end of the day, you get to take her home for keeps.
Obviously this is with tongue firmly in cheek, but I've yet to find a couple who didn't laugh and relax, thus making the planning much easier.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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