Pagan Renewal Of Vows
 
 
By Rev. Sky
2005-06-02 
  
We just put this one together for a couple that wants to renew their vows at the Renaissance Faire. They have been married 20 yrs. Originally they wanted a handfasting but couldn't find anyone years ago to perform one. So we are doing their vow renewal,


Pagan Renewal of Vows

__________________________ and _________________________, as you this day renew your marriage vows which united you as husband and wife, and as you this day affirm your faith and love for one another, I would ask that you always remember to cherish each other as special and unique individuals, that you respect the thoughts, ideas and suggestions of one another. Be able to forgive, do not hold grudges, and live each day that you may share it together - as you shall remain each other?s home, comfort and refuge, your marriage strengthened by your love and respect for each other.

Goddess, we thank you for bringing us together today. May we all be open to ideas, thoughts, and concepts that will advance us as souls. Continue to bring together ___________ and ___________ in love and joy as workers of Light.
For all this , we give thanks. And so it is.

Please repeat after me:

Spouse a: Long, long ago, I asked all the assembled gods in their glory for one precious gift.

Spouse b: Long, long ago, I asked all the assembled gods in their eternity for one ultimate blessing.

Spouse a: Something that would be as strong as the earth beneath our feet.

Spouse b: Something that would be as gentle as a warm feather comforter on a snowy night. 

Spouse a: Something that would fit me so well that I would wear it everyday.

Spouse b: Something that grow with me as I grew.

Spouse a: Something that would challenge me and stretch my mind.

Spouse b: Something that would make me a better person.

Spouse a: Something that I could always be proud of.

Spouse b: Something that would always believe in me.

Spouse a: Something that would accept me the way that I am.

Spouse b: Something that would make me feel, for the first time, what it was to be truly loved.

Spouse a: Hold my hand

Spouse b: And love me forever.

Spouse a: And the gods gave me you.

Spouse b: And the gods gave me you.

Spouse a: Your presence is a blessing.

Spouse b: And is still my greatest gift.

Spouse a: All that I have is yours

Spouse b: And all that I am I became with your aid.

Spouse a: All that I promise you before, I swear again with all my heart.

Spouse b: All that I promise you before, I swear again with all my heart.

Spouse a: No regrets.

Spouse b: No regrets.

________________ and _______________, today you celebrate ____ years since you first joined in marriage. You have expressed your love for one another and desire to continue your life?s journey together. May the blessings of the Goddess be with you. On this day, by the power of your love your marriage is reborn.

I now pronounce you married in the eyes of all the gods and goddesses we serve.

Bright blessing to you.