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Weddings

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Learn to officiate unforgettable weddings with this comprehensive module, covering everything from vows to troubleshooting.

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Lessons in this module

Illustration of a bride and groom dancing surrounded by guests in formal attire under tall trees at sunset.

Lesson 1

Introduction to weddings

Lorraine & Keith introduce the comprehensive wedding module.

1 min

the history of weddings

Lesson 2

The history of weddings

Overview of wedding history from ancient times to today.

5 min

Illustration of a couple dancing closely surrounded by people in traditional attire at sunset with text 'Marriage in different cultures.'

Lesson 3

Marriage in different cultures

Wedding customs across various cultures explored.

3 min

Two men in tuxedos holding hands and smiling at each other while walking down a flower-lined aisle at a wedding ceremony with guests applauding.

Lesson 4

Religious vs. non-religious weddings

Comparison of religious and non-religious wedding ceremonies.

4 min

legal vs non-legal weddings

Lesson 5

Legal vs non-legal weddings

Differences between legal and non-legal wedding ceremonies.

3 min

Wedding ceremony on a beach with a floral arch, guests seated, and ocean view at sunset.

Lesson 6

Other types of weddings

Overview of different wedding types and ceremonies.

3 min

Group of young children dressed in formal attire as ceremony participants, with girls in white dresses holding flowers and boys in tuxedos.

Lesson 7

Ceremony participants

Introduction to roles within the wedding party.

1 min

Bride and groom in wedding attire smiling while using a laptop, with guests celebrating outside a window.

Lesson 8

Administrative details (for Google Forms)

Gathering essential administrative details for wedding planning.

11 min

Classic luxury cars lined up on a driveway leading to a large stone castle surrounded by pink flowers and tall greenery at sunset.

Lesson 9

Wedding party

Further details on wedding party roles and responsibilities.

1 min

Fantasy-style study with two globes, an open ancient book filled with text and illustrations, candles, and various antique objects on a wooden desk under a large window overlooking a dark, mountainous landscape.

Lesson 10

Housekeeping

Pre-ceremony housekeeping announcements and guest instructions.

1 min

Illustration of a bride and groom embracing on a path, surrounded by a crowd holding candles and a glowing city skyline.

Lesson 11

Commencement of ceremony

Instructions for starting the wedding ceremony.

7 min

A minister standing on a raised platform addressing a large seated audience in an outdoor wooded setting.

Lesson 12

Minister's address

Delivering a Minister’s Address during the wedding ceremony.

1 min

Colorful stones inside a glass jar set in a rocky desert landscape under a starry night sky with text 'Early ceremony Choice of enhancements'.

Lesson 13

Early ceremony - Choice of enhancements

Introduction to ceremony enhancements like Wishing Stones.

8 min

Woman with long hair and a skirt reading a book, surrounded by floating heart-shaped balloons and scattered pages at sunset.

Lesson 14

Love story details

Crafting a couple’s love story for their ceremony.

3 min

Open Bible on a wooden table surrounded by a lit candle, teapot, cup, and autumn leaves with text 'Readings & prayers'.

Lesson 15

Readings & prayers

Selecting and placing readings and prayers during ceremonies.

3 min

the vows & rings

Lesson 16

The vows & rings

Significance and placement of vows and ring exchanges.

5 min

Sunset beach scene with colorful stones inside and around a glass jar and text 'End of ceremony Choice of enchancements (Part 1)'.

Lesson 17

(P1) End of ceremony - Choice of enhancements

End of ceremony enhancements like Unity Candle and Time Capsule.

11 min

Two hands tying colorful braided ribbons together against a dark background with text overlay about end of ceremony and choice of enhancements.

Lesson 18

(P2) End of ceremony - Choice of enhancements

End of ceremony enhancements like Unity Candle and Time Capsule.

13 min

Two brides in wedding attire kissing, with guests and confetti in the background.

Lesson 19

Pronouncement & closing details

Final pronouncement, signing paperwork, and exit music choices for ceremony.

3 min

Colorful feathers in shades of red, blue, white, yellow, and purple with text 'What to prepare before the ceremony' and Path to Ministry logo.

Lesson 20

What to prepare before the ceremony

Marriage registration process, journey planning, and preparing for ceremonies.

8 min

Table with glowing candles and flowers in a dark, enchanted forest with ornate wall-mounted candelabras.

Lesson 21

Table preparation

Essential items and decoration tips for the ceremony table setup.

3 min

Silhouettes of mannequins dressed in formal suits and gowns standing in a row under the text 'Presentation & appearance' with a window and plants in the background.

Lesson 22

Presentation & appearance

Mastering how to dress to impress during ceremonies.

13 min

Illustration of a confident woman speaking with expressive hand gestures to a group of attentive men in a dimly lit room, with the text 'Verbal/body language' and the Path to Ministry logo above.

Lesson 23

Verbal/body language

Learn about the effects of body language during a wedding ceremony.

4 min

A joyful groom in a tuxedo smiles and gestures at a wedding reception surrounded by happy guests, including a bride and bridesmaids holding bouquets.

Lesson 24

Managing special needs guests

Tips for accommodating and managing special needs guests at ceremonies.

3 min

Path to ministry logo over a fantasy landscape with a large crowd walking toward a towering mountain under a colorful sky at sunset.

Lesson 25

(P1) Common (or uncommon) challenges

Handling common and uncommon challenges during wedding ceremonies.

13 min

Illustration of people walking on a path through colorful fields towards a towering mountain under a vibrant sunset sky.

Lesson 26

(P2) Common (or uncommon) challenges

Handling common and uncommon challenges during wedding ceremonies.

14 min

Two people closely interacting in front of a computer with complex data on the screen, the woman holding a phone receiver.

Lesson 27

Sample Zoom call meeting

A sample meeting on Zoom to help you understand client communication

13 min

Bride and groom exchanging vows on a stage surrounded by wedding guests in a warmly lit church.

Lesson 28

Sample wedding

A sample wedding ceremony in full, for a visual guideline on the flow & layout.

31 min

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