Wedding Mass
(generally between two Catholics)
The Introductory Rites
Entrance procession
Greeting
Gloria
Opening Prayer
Liturgy of the Word*
First Reading – Old Testament
Responsorial Psalm
Second Reading – New Testament
Gospel Acclamation
Gospel (proclaimed by the priest or deacon)
Homily
The Celebration of Matrimony
The Questions before the Consent
The Consent (Exchange of Vows)
The Reception of the Consent
The Blessing and Giving of Rings
The Universal Prayer (Petitions)
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Preparation of the Gifts
Holy, Holy, Holy
Mystery of Faith
Amen
Our Father
The Nuptial Blessing
Exchange of Peace
Lamb of God
Holy Communion
Prayer After Communion
The Conclusion of the Celebration
Introduction of Couple
Recessional
* The proclamation of the Word of God and the homily are integral to the celebration of marriage. The Liturgy of the Word is always a part of the Catholic wedding ceremony. Only a Catholic may proclaim the readings during a wedding Mass.
Wedding without Mass
(typically between a Catholic and a non-Catholic)
The Introductory Rites
Entrance procession
Greeting
Opening Prayer
Liturgy of the Word*
First Reading – Old Testament
Responsorial Psalm
Second Reading – New Testament
Gospel Acclamation
Gospel (proclaimed by the priest or deacon)
Homily
The Celebration of Matrimony
The Questions before the Consent
The Consent (Exchange of Vows)
The Reception of the Consent
The Blessing and Giving of Rings
The Universal Prayer (Petitions)
Our Father
The Nuptial Blessing
Sign of Peace
Concluding Rites
Blessing
Introduction of Couple
Recessional