As part of the family nature of God's creation we recognize child/children and the significant role him/her/they play in this marriage being celebrated today
Bride/Groom would like to present (ring, necklace, etc.) as a symbol of family unity and in the hope and joy made visible through this marriage.
(have groom/ bride repeat after me)
Not only do I vow to be a good and faithful husband/wife to you,______, but I also vow to be a patient, loving father/mother/parent to _______, ______, and _______, caring for him/her/them and providing for him/her/them as my own. I vow to be their strength and their emotional support, loving him/her/them with all my heart from this day forward.
