CHURCH PROGRAM

 Prelude Music: Guests are seated while instrumental music is played in the background.
 Processional: The wedding entourage enters the church in the following order:
 Officiating Minister and Altar Servers
 Groomsmen and Bridesmaids (paired)
 Maid of Honor and Best Man (paired)
 Ring Bearer and Flower Girl (if applicable)
 Parents of the Groom
 Mother of the Bride
 Bride, escorted by her father or a significant family member
 Opening Prayer: A prayer is led by the Officiating Minister or a designated religious leader.
 Scripture Reading: A selected Bible passage or reading is presented by a chosen reader.
 Homily: The Officiating Minister delivers a sermon or message, offering guidance and blessings
to the couple.
 Exchange of Vows: The couple stands before the altar and declares their vows to one another.
 Exchange of Rings: The couple exchanges rings as a symbol of their commitment and love.
 Unity Candle Ceremony: The bride and groom light a unity candle together, signifying the
merging of their lives.
 Nuptial Blessing: The Officiating Minister offers a special blessing upon the couple.
 Pronouncement of Marriage: The Officiating Minister announces the couple as husband and
wife.
 Kiss and Recessional: The couple shares their first kiss as a married couple, followed by the
recessional.
 Bride and Groom (as a newly married couple)
 Mother of the Bride and Father of the Groom (or vice versa)
 Parents of the Groom
 Maid of Honor and Best Man
 Bridesmaids and Groomsmen (paired)
 Ring Bearer and Flower Girl (if applicable)
 Postlude Music: Guests exit the church while joyful music is played.

WEDDING RECEPTION
 Cocktail Hour: Guests are welcomed to the reception area with drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Soft
background music sets the ambiance.
 Grand Entrance of the Newlyweds: The DJ or emcee introduces the bride and groom as they
make their grand entrance to the reception venue.
 Opening Prayer: A designated person offers a prayer to bless the meal and the celebration.
 Welcome Remarks: The emcee or a chosen representative welcomes the guests and expresses
gratitude for their presence.
 Toasts: Close family members and friends give toasts to the newlyweds, offering well wishes and
sharing heartfelt messages.
 Dinner Service: Guests are invited to enjoy their meal while soft background music continues to
play.
 Couple's First Dance: The bride and groom take the floor for their first dance together as a
married couple. They may choose a special song and choreography.
  Father-Daughter Dance and Mother-Son Dance: The bride dances with her father, and the
groom dances with his mother. This is often followed by an open dance floor for guests.
 Games and Entertainment: The emcee can organize fun games or interactive activities to engage
the guests and create an enjoyable atmosphere.
 Special Performances: Friends or family members may present special performances, such as
singing, dancing, or instrumental acts, to entertain the guests.
 Cake Cutting: The couple cuts their wedding cake together, symbolizing their unity and the
sharing of their first slice.
 Bouquet and Garter Toss: The bride tosses her bouquet to single female guests, while the groom
removes the garter and tosses it to single male guests.
 Money Dance (optional): The bride and groom take turns dancing with guests, who pin or tuck
money onto their attire as a gesture of well wishes and support.
 Anniversary Dance: The emcee invites all married couples to the dance floor, gradually
eliminating couples until the couple married the longest remains, symbolizing enduring love.
 Last Dance: The emcee announces the final dance of the evening, inviting all guests to join the
couple on the dance floor.
 Farewell and Send-Off: The emcee or a designated person thanks the guests for their presence,
announces the end of the reception, and invites guests to bid farewell to the newlyweds.

ENTOURAGE
 Principal Sponsors (Ninongs and Ninangs): These are the godparents of the couple, often chosen
for their wisdom and guidance. The number of principal sponsors can vary, but it is typically an
even number, such as 8 pairs or 12 pairs.
 Maid/Matron of Honor: The bride's main attendant, usually a close friend or sister. The Maid of
Honor is unmarried, while the Matron of Honor is married.
 Best Man: The groom's main attendant, typically a close friend or brother.
 Bridesmaids: Close friends or family members who support the bride throughout the wedding
preparations and ceremony.
 Groomsmen: Close friends or family members who support the groom throughout the wedding
preparations and ceremony.
 Secondary Sponsors: These individuals perform specific roles during the wedding ceremony. The
number of secondary sponsors can vary, but it is typically an even number. The roles include:
 Veil Sponsors: They place a veil over the shoulders of the bride and groom, symbolizing unity
and protection.
 Cord Sponsors: They drape a cord in a figure-eight shape around the shoulders of the bride and
groom, symbolizing their bond and eternal unity.
 Candle Sponsors: They light individual candles, which the bride and groom will later use to light
a unity candle, symbolizing the merging of their lives.
 Flower Girl: Typically a young girl who scatters flower petals down the aisle before the bride's
entrance.
 Ring Bearer: Typically a young boy who carries the rings on a decorative pillow or cushion.
 Coin Bearer: A young boy who carries the wedding coins (arras) in a decorative container. These
coins symbolize prosperity and the couple's shared responsibilities.
 Bible Bearer: A young boy or girl who carries a Bible, symbolizing the importance of faith in the
couple's marriage.

WEDDING SUPPLIERS
  Wedding Venue:
o Hotels
o Resorts
o Gardens
o Beachfront locations
o Event halls
o Wedding Planner/Coordinator:
 Professional wedding planners who assist with the overall planning and coordination of the
wedding, including vendor selection, budget management, and event logistics.
 Catering Services: Catering companies that provide food and beverage services for the wedding
reception, including buffet, plated, or family-style meals.
 Wedding Photographer/Videographer: Professional photographers and videographers who
capture and document the wedding day, including pre-wedding shoots, actual day coverage,
and post-production services.
 Wedding Florist/Decorator: Floral designers and decorators who provide floral arrangements,
centerpieces, bouquets, and venue decorations according to the couple's chosen theme or color
scheme.
 Wedding Cake Designer: Skilled cake designers who create customized wedding cakes based on
the couple's preferences, including flavors, designs, and decorations.
 Wedding Invitations/Stationery: Designers or printing companies that create wedding
invitations, save-the-date cards, programs, menus, place cards, and other stationery items.
 Bridal Salon/Boutique: Shops that offer a wide range of wedding dresses, bridal gowns,
bridesmaid dresses, groom's attire, and accessories.
 Hair and Makeup Artists: Professional makeup artists and hairstylists who provide beauty
services for the bride, groom, and wedding entourage.
 Wedding Entertainers: Musicians, bands, DJs, or emcees who provide live music, entertainment,
and sound systems for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception.
 Wedding Officiant: Licensed wedding officiants or religious leaders who conduct the wedding
ceremony and ensure the legality of the marriage.
 Wedding Transportation: Rental services that provide transportation options such as luxury cars,
limousines, vintage cars, horse-drawn carriages, or even unique modes of transportation for the
couple and the wedding party.
 Wedding Favors and Souvenirs: Companies that offer customized wedding favors, tokens, or
souvenirs for guests as a gesture of appreciation.
 Wedding Jewelry: Jewelers that specialize in wedding rings, engagement rings, and other
jewelry pieces for the couple.
 Wedding Rental Services: Rental companies that provide furniture, tents, lighting, audiovisual
equipment, and other event essentials.
 Wedding Travel and Accommodation: Travel agencies or hotels that assist with honeymoon
planning, destination weddings, or accommodations for out-of-town guests.

Pre-Ceremony:
1:00 PM: Bride and bridesmaids start getting ready
 1:30 PM: Groom and groomsmen start getting ready
2:30 PM: Photographer and videographer arrive at the bride's location for pre-ceremony shots
3:00 PM: Hair and makeup artist arrives at the bride's location
3:30 PM: Guests start arriving at the ceremony venue

Wedding Ceremony:
4:00 PM: Wedding ceremony begins
Processional
Opening prayer
Scripture reading
Homily
Exchange of vows
Exchange of rings
Unity candle ceremony
Nuptial blessing
Pronouncement of marriage
Recessional
Post-Ceremony:
5:00 PM: Cocktail hour at the reception venue for guests
5:30 PM: Newlyweds and wedding party arrive at the reception venue for photo sessions

Wedding Reception:
6:00 PM: Guests are seated at their assigned tables
6:15 PM: Introduction of the newlyweds
6:30 PM: Blessing of the meal
6:45 PM: Dinner service begins
7:30 PM: Toasts and speeches
8:00 PM: Cake cutting ceremony
8:15 PM: First dance of the newlyweds
8:30 PM: Father-daughter dance and mother-son dance
8:45 PM: Dance floor opens for guests
9:30 PM: Bouquet and garter toss
10:00 PM: Money dance (if applicable)
10:30 PM: Late-night snacks or dessert served
11:30 PM: Last dance of the evening
11:45 PM: Farewell and send-off