This is just an overview of the different parts that make up a wedding ceremony.  If you are already familiar with the basic order and flow of a wedding then skip to the individual page links below, they give much more detail.

* The processional - This is the initial walk down the aisle - the happy couple and their attendants enter the ceremony site.
* The Introduction/greeting - The officiant’s opening words
* The Ceremony - Statements of love.  Exchange of vows.  Readings.  Traditions (such as unity candles etc).  Exchange of rings.

* Proclamation - “I now declare you…”

* Recessional - The end of the ceremony