Regarding LDS wedding customs, understanding who bears the financial responsibilities is crucial. Usually, the bride and groom will share the expenses. Nonetheless, it's also common and perfectly acceptable for them to share the costs with other relatives.
Including family members who aren’t LDS
The First Presidency recently issued new guidelines for LDS wedding etiquette that include non-LDS family members. While non-LDS members will still be required to wait outside the temple for religious ceremonies, the new guidelines also provide guidance for including them in a civil ceremony earlier in the day.
Mormon ring ceremonies are not a substitute for sealing in the temple, but they can be meaningful for family and friends who may have missed the ceremony. The ring ceremony is usually short and sweet, with an opening song and closing prayer, words from the officiant of the bride and groom, and an exchange of wedding rings.
Including family members who aren't members of the LDS faith is a delicate subject. Young Mormons are increasingly worried about this policy. They believe that it is wrong and sinful to marry outside the temple. Moreover, they believe that rejecting family members who are not LDS is a sign of piety.
LDS weddings are largely dry, which means no alcohol is served. However, the celebration is often filled with great music, dance circles, and lots of love. Some LDS couples also include a reception after the ring ceremony.
The LDS wedding reception is an old tradition. Traditionally, LDS couples hold a reception after the wedding ceremony, where the couple can greet their guests and share the joy of being married. The reception includes cake-cutting and a traditional bride and groom send-off. However, couples may choose to skip the reception. This way, they can still have a small, intimate ceremony.
Including family members who aren't members of the LDS church in an LDS wedding is not difficult. It's important to adhere to the rules of the church. It also shows that the couple is committed to the Lord. If the couple wants to include family members who aren't LDS, they can do so outside the temple. This is a great idea for newlyweds, who enjoy the company of friends and family.
Another important part of LDS wedding etiquette is the sealing of the marriage. Mormons consider the sealing of marriages to be essential for their salvation. In addition, Mormons perform these sealings for themselves and for deceased ancestors.
In addition to the traditional LDS wedding, many Mormon couples opt for civil ceremonies in addition to a traditional temple ceremony. This will allow non-LDS family members to attend, but will involve a great deal of risk and can lead to disapproval.
Including same-sex couples
The church is reluctant to change its wedding etiquette when it comes to same-sex couples. Although the scriptures refer to sealing power in heaven, it is unclear whether gay couples can be sealed on earth. Moreover, church leaders may not be willing to take the risk of sealing gay couples in the state of heaven since it would have eternal effects.
In the early 20th century, the LDS Church passed stringent policies to stamp out polygamy. However, polygamists are still socialized and often a part of the underground polygamist movement. This practice is considered an apostate and not acceptable by the Church.
The new regulations in the Mormon Church are meant to prevent the normalization of same-sex marriage. However, the new regulations set fundamental doctrinal principles at odds with each other. Among other things, the rules prohibit the baptism of children without the consent of their parents. Similarly, it is not acceptable to suggest that teenagers will be fine without the Holy Ghost.
On Wednesday, New Hampshire's legislature approved a bill to recognize same-sex marriages. The law, backed by the governor of New Hampshire, was rewritten to address concerns raised by religious groups. The religious group was concerned that the change could expose them to legal action for refusing to recognize same-sex marriages.
Mormons used to view marriage equality as an apostate act and had to undergo a disciplinary council. The church did not prohibit such marriages, but it did not allow the parents to remarry if they are apostates. The policy also prohibited the children of same-sex couples from receiving baptism and other Church etiquette.
Some LDS church members were openly gay. The church leaders first mentioned homosexuality in their church. However, their attitudes have softened as time has passed. Although LDS leaders have unambiguously stated that homosexuality is a sexual orientation, they do not deny it is an inherited trait. Therefore, they advise against the inclusion of same-sex couples in the church's wedding etiquette.
Although it is a culturally conservative denomination, it does recognize gay marriage as a civil union. While same-sex marriages are still forbidden by their denominations, they are still legal under state law. In addition to that, the Navajo Nation has banned same-sex marriages on their reservation. However, the Navajo Nation's Tribal Council has approved one-man, one-woman marriages.
Including children
If you're planning a Mormon wedding, it's important to know the rules regarding the ceremony. LDS temple weddings are traditional, with brides and grooms walking down the aisle together. Both the bride and groom wear wedding attire that is conservative and modest. At a Mormon temple, the ceremony starts with a short speech by the priest, called the sealer, who has the authority from God to "seal" marriages. Mormon wedding ceremonies last about five minutes.
It's important to remember that the mother of the bride and groom is considered the reception hostess. As such, she should greet guests and sit at a special table designated for parents. Although mothers don't typically make speeches, they may be asked by their children to make a speech.
Mormon temple weddings are top-secret affairs. Non-Mormons are not allowed to attend the ceremony. If they're not deemed worthy, they will be required to wait outside the temple. This can be heartbreaking for LDS couples. They'll also be expected to attend church meetings and keep the commandments.
Children may perform other roles at the wedding ceremony, such as being ushers, program circulators, or exit-toss packet bearers. They may also assist in the reception by passing out favors and managing the guest book. Some parents have even had their kids perform group readings and act as "train bearers." Choose the roles based on the child's age and personality.
Including children in LDS wedding ettingiquette can be tricky. The church considers same-sex relationships as apostasy. It does not prohibit polygamy or same-sex marriages, but it does not view them as a part of marriage. However, children of same-sex couples are still barred from baptism and joining the LDS Church.
