Unity Candle Ceremony for a Second Wedding
Lighting a unity candle has long been a traditional component of the wedding ceremony. More recently, as it's popularity and significance rises, the unity candle ceremony has expanded to include additional family members—and today’s brides and grooms seek the perfect unity candle song.
For the 25 percent of brides and grooms entering a second marriage, we envision a more powerful tradition—one beyond the traditional wedding ceremony: a special candle-lighting ceremony at the reception. This allows you to recognize and warmly acknowledge new family members - especially your children. Second marriages often prove to be an emotionally difficult time for children, regardless of their ages and, even under the best circumstances. We’ve found that many loving parents who are getting married again use this candle-lighting ceremony to help make their children and other family members feel welcome and an important part of the new family.
The desire to create family unity and express heartfelt emotions prompted the creation of “ Yours, Mine& Our.” The song is perfect for unity candle ceremonies, honoring loved ones in your blended family who deserve to be recognized and welcomed.
If you decide to light a unity candle during your second wedding ceremony, consider buying a special encore unity candle. This keepsake candle is personalized with your names, wedding date and children's names. By lighting three candles, you signify the union of your families. The officiate can recite the following:
"The lighting of the center candle represents not only the union of (bride) and (groom) in marriage, but also the unity formed in this new family, in which your lives will now shine as one." (Or, if you are blending two families: "As you light your candles, and the flames become one, let this signify the blending of two families. "
Express your love and welcome your children into your new blended family by including them in your candle-lighting ceremony. Don;t foget to include parents and grandparents too!
Be sure to select a special song or music to accompany the candle-lighting ceremony. A gifted singer can perform live, or you can play a recorded version as you exchange vows.
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MUSIC: Unity Candle Lighting Songs:
The Unity Candle Ceremony is non-denominational, with no particular religious affiliation. It’s an extremely popular choice for couples planning second wedding ceremonies. Be sure to check with your church, synagogue or other house of worship to ensure they will allow the candle-lighting to be part of your second wedding ceremony.
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