Orders of Service…

Package 1

Weddings

  • Front Cover: Couple’s names, wedding date & venue (optional quote or monogram).

  • Welcome Message: A short note of thanks or message from the couple.

  • Processional: Entrance music/song title & artist, names of key participants (e.g. officiant, bridal party).

  • Opening Words: Welcome speech by officiant, reading(s).

  • Vows & Exchange of Rings: Personal or traditional vows, ring exchange details.

  • Hymns/Readings: Song lyrics or text and name of reader.

  • Pronouncement & First Kiss: Official declaration of marriage.

  • Recessional: Exit music/song title & artist.

  • Closing Message: Thank you note from the couple, reception details.

  • Back Cover: Special acknowledgments (e.g. honouring loved ones, thanking guests).

  • Extras: Wedding hashtag or social media details.

Package 2

Christenings/Naming Ceremony

  • Front Cover: Baby’s full name, christening date & venue (optional quote or verse).

  • Welcome Message: A short introduction or thanks from the parents.

  • Opening Music: Song title & lyrics.

  • Introduction: Words from the officiant welcoming guests, explanation of the significance of the christening (if religious ceremony).

  • Readings: Poem or reading, name of the reader.

  • The Ceremony: Speech from officiant, blessing of the water, baptism & anointing of the baby.

  • Godparents’ Promise: Commitment made by the godparents, names listed in the program.

  • Hymn, Reflection, or Prayer: Lyrics or words.

  • Closing & Words of Thanks: Final words from the officiant, message from the parents.

  • Reception Details: Invitation to a gathering after the ceremony.

  • Back Cover: Special acknowledgments (e.g. remembering loved ones, thanking guests).

Package 3

Funerals

  • Front Cover: Name of the deceased, date of birth & date of passing, funeral date, time & location (optional photograph, quote, or religious symbol).

  • Welcome & Opening Words: Words of welcome from the officiant/celebrant, a short introduction to the service.

  • Opening Music: Title & lyrics (if guests are invited to sing), composer/artist name.

  • Readings, Eulogy & Tributes: Speech(s) from family or friends, poems, or special readings, name of the reader.

  • Moment of Reflection: A short period of silence or personal reflection.

  • Committal & Blessing: Words of farewell, instructions for guests regarding the final part of the service.

  • Closing Music: Song played as guests leave the service or cremation.

  • Reception/Wake Details: Invitation to a gathering after the service, venue, time & additional details.

  • Back Cover: Special acknowledgments (e.g. thanking guests, recognising pallbearers), a final message or poem.

  • Extras: Charitable donation information (if applicable).

Sections can be added and removed as applicable, and can be designed as a folded booklet or a single-page program.

Final files will be in high-resolution formats (PDF, PNG, JPEG) for both print and digital use. All information must be supplied by the client.