Quaker Wedding Ceremony

• What is the biggest difference between a Quaker marriage and a RCC/CoE marriage?

  A minister doesn't lead the proceedings
• What does everyone present at the wedding ceremony sign?

  Marriage certification
• When do the couple say their vows?

  When they believe it's the right time
• What is done before the vows are read?

  Silent worship
• What happens after the vows have been read?

  The couple signs the Quaker marriage certification
• Who reads out the marriage certification?

  A friend or relative
• After the marriage certificate has been read out what is anyone free to do?

  Stand and speak if they feel led to do so by God
• What does the Quaker approach to a wedding ceremony stress the belief of?

  The union being made is between the couple and God