On Saturday, I was delighted to officiate at Robert and Mary's wedding. And I mean delighted! I haven't known this couple for a long time. They both came through our recovery ministry called Higher Ground. Robert and Mary have known each other and have been seriously considering marriage for several months, but he had not actually popped the big Question until a week ago. Circumstances were right for them to get married soon and so I suggested to him that we have an intimate ceremony in my office. Costs were a factor so that seemed good to both of them.When he did take Mary out on a special date to ask for her hand and give her the ring, she was overjoyed. But she was caught off guard when he said "Let's do it on Saturday!"
Their friends wanted to do something to make the day very memorable, so several of them planned a wonderful wedding in the few days they had! This is one of many things I love about the Church. On Saturday there were about 50 guests, a stunning wedding dress , beautiful music, gorgeous flowers and all the appropriate decorations. The wedding went off without a hitch and afterward the guests enjoyed a delicious meal all provided by their friends! What a fitting tribute from their loved ones! Thankyou church for your love and generosity! One of the leaders in putting the party together remarked on how much fun it was and how smoothly everything came together. They'd just spent a whole year planning their daughter's wedding this summer, and this one came together in a few days! Congratulations Robert and Mary!
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