How to Renew Your Vows in Branson, Missouri
Renewing vows can be a special moment for many couples. There are no firm traditions on how to renew your vows. Planning a vow-renewal ceremony is similar to planning a wedding. You can do the vow renewal privately or with family and friends. You can try to re-create your original wedding as close as possible or do something different. In Branson, Mo., there are many venues that cater to weddings and vow renewals, and some churches and hotels offer vow-renewal packages.
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Decide which type of ceremony you want, civil or religious, and choose who you want to officiate your vow renewal in Branson. Because renewing your vows is not a legal matter, anyone may officiate the ceremony. If you decide to have a religious ceremony, you likely will want a representative from your place of worship.
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Think about how many guests you want at the vow renewal ceremony. You can invite only family or have a larger event.
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Research venues in Branson and decide where you want to hold the ceremony. There are many bridal chapels in Branson that will also accommodate a vow renewal, such as The Chapel at Integrity Hills, Branson's Wedding Chapel or Ledgestone Gardens. You can also hold the vow renewal ceremony on a river cruise such as the Branson Landing Cruises.
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Plan a reception or party after the event. Depending on where you are renewing your vows in Branson and how many guests you are inviting, you may want to hold a reception or dinner following the ceremony. Some wedding packages at hotels may include a reception. Similar to a wedding reception, you will need to have music, food and drinks. There are plenty of possible locations in Branson for your reception, including Big Cedar Lodge and the Chateau on the Lake Resort.
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Mail invitations for your vow renewal. Vow-renewal invitations are usually similar to wedding invitations, but you can have any type of invitation that suits you and your spouse.
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Decide what you and your spouse will wear. Some couples opt to wear their original wedding attire, if they are able to. Most couples will dress up for the event.
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Write your vows. Along with the original vows that were exchanged, many couples will write new vows and reflect on their relationship. This is your vow-renewal ceremony, so you can make the vows personal.
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