WELCOME TO OUR
TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE CEREMONY
Friday, 23 October 2026, 11:00 AM
The Church of Pentecost, Maryland Central Event Center
15421 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville, MD 20866
Program Outline
- Arrival of guests
- Arrival of the groom's family
- Opening prayer
- Welcome and introduction of both families
- Purpose of visit
- Presentation of the dowry
- Bride's grand entrance
- Identification of the bride
- Bride's consent and acceptance of the dowry
- Blessing of the marriage and exchange of rings
- Marriage advice
- Thanksgiving and declaration
- Dance performance
- Praise entrance of the couple
- Announcements
- Closing prayer
- Photographs and refreshment
He who finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favour from the Lord. Proverbs 18:22
Our Ghanaian Culture in Pictures
The traditional marriage ceremony, step by step
1Ceremony introduction
Richard's family arrives and is formally welcomed by Shulamite's family. Members of both families are introduced.
2Purpose of visit stated
An elder from Richard's family formally explains why they have come: to ask for Shulamite's hand in marriage.
3Presentation of the dowry
The groomsmen bring in the carefully prepared dowry items and present them to Shulamite's family for inspection.
4Entrance of the groom
Richard makes his joyful entrance, accompanied by his groomsmen, as both families welcome him in celebration.
5Bride's grand entrance
Following the family dialogue, Shulamite makes her grand entrance surrounded by her bridesmaids.
6Identification of the bride
An elder asks Richard to confirm that Shulamite is the woman he intends to marry. Richard proudly confirms his choice.
7Consent and acceptance of dowry
Shulamite's father asks her three times whether the family should accept the gifts. With her consent, the family formally accepts the dowry.
8Blessing, vows and rings
The pastor blesses the marriage, leads Richard and Shulamite in their vows, and officiates the exchange of rings.
9Declaration of marriage
The marriage is formally declared complete, and Richard and Shulamite are celebrated as husband and wife.
10Words of wisdom and advice
Representatives from both families offer heartfelt counsel, encouragement and blessings to the couple as they begin their marriage.
1Ceremony introduction
Richard's family arrives and is formally welcomed by Shulamite's family. Members of both families are introduced.
2Purpose of visit stated
An elder from Richard's family formally explains why they have come: to ask for Shulamite's hand in marriage.
3Presentation of the dowry
The groomsmen bring in the carefully prepared dowry items and present them to Shulamite's family for inspection.
4Entrance of the groom
Richard makes his joyful entrance, accompanied by his groomsmen, as both families welcome him in celebration.
5Bride's grand entrance
Following the family dialogue, Shulamite makes her grand entrance surrounded by her bridesmaids.
6Identification of the bride
An elder asks Richard to confirm that Shulamite is the woman he intends to marry. Richard proudly confirms his choice.
7Consent and acceptance of dowry
Shulamite's father asks her three times whether the family should accept the gifts. With her consent, the family formally accepts the dowry.
8Blessing, vows and rings
The pastor blesses the marriage, leads Richard and Shulamite in their vows, and officiates the exchange of rings.
9Declaration of marriage
The marriage is formally declared complete, and Richard and Shulamite are celebrated as husband and wife.
10Words of wisdom and advice
Representatives from both families offer heartfelt counsel, encouragement and blessings to the couple as they begin their marriage.
With Grateful Hearts
To our parents, our families, and every loved one who has carried us in prayer and in love: thank you.
To our friends who traveled, planned, cooked, and stood beside us: God bless you.
And to everyone here today, your presence is the greatest gift we could receive. May God bless you richly.
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