The officiant traditionally says, You may now kiss the bride, but modern couples often find it strange for someone else to give permission to kiss a grown woman. Instead, the officiant can say, You may now kiss each other, or the bride and groom can kiss immediately after the declaration of marriage.

Also Know, what is a homily in Mass? A homily is a speech or sermon given by a priest in a Roman Catholic Church after a scripture has been read. The purpose of the homily is to provide insight into the meaning of the scripture and relate it to the lives of the parishioners of the church.

Similarly, you may ask, how long should a wedding homily be?

Wedding ceremonies usually last between 20 and 30 minutes, which is ample time to cover the basics (words of welcome, a few readings, your vows, the ring exchange, and the final pronouncement).

What is a love ceremony?

A commitment ceremony can look just like a wedding, complete with church, wedding gown, and hundreds of guests — but no marriage license. Or, it can be the most alternative event imaginable: a ritual to bless your relationship, or just a big party to celebrate your love.