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Blessing of Civil Marriage
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Exchanging of RingsAfter the blessing of the rings, Tommy and Athena exchange rings and make promises. |
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Paying Close AttentionAs the prayers are read, Tommy and Athena pay close attention. |
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Archbishop Mark PreachesPreaching from the Word of God is an important part of this kind of event. Archbishop Mark makes several strong points concerning commitment and the way in which God desires to be involved in the life of this newly blessed couple. |
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The All-Holy Spirit is PresentA moment when both Tommy and Athena are engulfed by the presence of the All-Holy Spirit with sweetness and power. |
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Prayers of BlessingArchbishop Mark nears the end of the Liturgy by providing the prayers of blessing for this beautiful Christian couple. |
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Tommy Kisses His BrideAt the end of the service, Tommy is invited to kiss his bride before being introduced to the congregation as Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Andrew Emanuel. |
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Mother and DaughtersFollowing the service, Alice joins together with her daughters Athena and Sabrina for a nice group shot. |
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The Happy CoupleTommy and Athena on the beach at Jekyll Island brimming over with joy and gladness. |
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A Family GatheringArchbishop Mark with his wife Alice, daughters Sabrina and Athena plus his new son in law, Tommy at the reception. |
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The Wedding PartySabrina, Maid of Honor; Athena, Bride; Tommy, Groom; and Darrell Thomas, the Best Man provide a photo opt at the Reception. |
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The Beautiful CoupleIt is obvious that Almighty God has done a wonderful act of blessing as we can see in the faces of Tommy and Athena. May our dear Lord Jesus continue to bring them more and more close to His Heart. |
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