Here are a few suggestions of what should be included in the wedding program:
Bride and Grooms Names, Wedding Date, Time and Ceremony Location
Identify the officiant or person performing your ceremony
Identify the members of the wedding party
Outline the wedding ceremony and order of events
Include the titles of music played and any special readings (and who will read them). If you choose to, you may also include the names of any soloists, musicians and anyone else who you think deserves special recognition.
On the other hand, you may choose to simply outline the music that is to be played during the Prelude, Attendant’s Processional, Bride’s Processional, Ceremony, and Recessional.
A remembrance of special people who have passed away:
Example: We lovingly remember: (then you would list names)
A Special Thanks – to Parent(s), or anyone special.
Example: We would like to thank our family and friends who share our lives and are here with us to share our wedding day. We feel especially blessed to be surrounded by so many wonderful people. A very special thanks to our parents for their love and support throughout the years and for helping to create this beautiful and special occasion.
A loving note from the Bride to the Groom or the Groom to the Bride
Special Poems or Readings
Special religious or ethnic traditions that the Bride and Groom wish to include in their ceremony (such as in a Jewish Wedding, the breaking of the glass). This is an area of your programs that your officiant can help you with your wording. He/she can also help you with an explanation of religious or ethnic customs.
For a final touch some couples may wish to include their new address.