May 06 2008
What Are Family Vows?
Entering a marriage with children or step-children is a challenge in itself, but what better way to encourage the commitment to your new family members than to include them in a family vow ceremony.
Family vows allow you as a parent or step-parent to tell each child how much you love him/her, what you can do as a parent-step parent for the rest of their lives, and re-affirm a commitment of love and devotion to both them and their mom/dad.
Sometimes, family vows are followed by the lighting of the family unity candle or even include a word or two by each child offering what he/she can bring to the family. At the conclusion, some families even choose to read a prayer or Bible verse together all in unison.
Consider planning a family vow celebration if children are involved on your Wedding Day.
