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The Order for the 
Solemnization 
of Marriage

The Persons to be married shall present themselves before the Minister, the Man standing at the right hand of the Woman. Then, all present reverently standing, the Minister shall say:

Dearly beloved, we are assembled here in the presence of God, to join the Man and this Woman in holy marriage; which is instituted of God, regulated by His commandments, blessed by our Lord Jesus Christ, and to be held in honor among all men. Let us therefore reverently remember that God has established and sanctified marriage, for the welfare and happiness of mankind. Our Saviour has declared that a man shall leave his father and mother and cleave unto his wife. By His apostles, He has instructed