Reverend Foster: I can't tell you how pleased I am to be here today for this very special occasion. Like many of you, I'm sure, I had my concerns when Rick and Amber first came to me, told me of their wish to be married. Could two people so young, so inexperienced, really be prepared for the challenges of a lifetime commitment? We knew, didn't we, that they would be sorely tested, especially in this, their first year as husband and wife, their first year as parents, and they were. But their marriage survived and in fact, has grown stronger. And that's what we are here to celebrate today. Some might find it unusual that they are taking this step so soon but it's been my finding that in the strongest of marriages, the commitment is reaffirmed daily, with a look, a smile, a loving touch of the hand. For those of you present who've made vows to one another, I invite you now to share with Rick and Amber this chance to reaffirm your love and to remember the hopes and dreams that first brought you together. Rick and Amber, if you will join your right hands, I'm going to ask you to give your consent. Amber, will you have this man to be your husband, to be faithful to him alone?
Amber: I will.
Reverend Foster: And Rick, will you have this woman to be your wife, to be faithful to her alone?
Rick: I will.
Reverend Foster: And will all of you here present do all in your power to uphold these two persons in their marriage?
Everyone: We will.
Reverend Foster: Amber and Rick each wanted to say a few words. Amber?
Amber: Rick, this last year, my whole world has revolved around two things, our marriage and Little Eric. What I'm realizing is that they're both kind of the same. Gifts from God - His greatest gifts. But you have to take care of them, nurture, and treasure them or you could lose them. Like a child, our marriage has required sacrifices, forgiveness, endless love but in just a year, it's grown so much stronger and more mature. We're learning to walk, not on our own, but together - as a family. And it's the hardest and most beautiful thing I've ever been a part of. I love you. I love your strength, and your integrity. You're such a good, good person and no one on this earth could be a better father to that little boy. You honor me with your love, Rick. And I will spend the rest of my life trying to live up to that. I will be your partner, your lover, and your friend. And I promise, the best is yet to come.
Rick: Amber, I remember when I first met you. You were so free and so beautiful. I knew right away you were going to change my life. I just didn't know how much. But I also didn't know how courageous you are, how loyal, what a wonderful mother you'd be to our son. This has been a tough year for us. Everybody here knows that. But we made it. We got through. And that gives me confidence that we can handle anything that comes our way, as long as we respect each other. And respect, to me, means honesty, truthfulness. So that is my vow. That I will respect and honor you and our family and be the best husband and father I possibly can - now and for the rest of my life.
Reverend Foster: Amber, do you renew your vows of marriage? Do you promise to be strong in your love, gentle in your care, and unwavering in your trust? Do you pledge your faithfulness and friendship, in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, for as long as you both shall live?
Amber: I do.
Reverend Foster: And Rick, do you renew your vows of marriage? Do you promise to be strong in your love, gentle in your care, and unwavering in your trust? Do you pledge your faithfulness and friendship, in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, for as long as you both shall live?
Rick: I do.
Reverend Foster: Forasmuch as Amber and Rick have consented together in holy wedlock, and have witnessed the same before God and this company, I pronounce that they are husband and wife. Those whom God has joined together, let no one put asunder. You may kiss your wife.