Wedding Program Outline in Ghana

• A wedding program outline is an overview of the key moments within the wedding ceremony. It lists the events and activities planned for the wedding ceremony and reception so that the guests know what to expect and are on time for the key moments.

The types of wedding program outlines include:

1. Full-Day Wedding Program outline – This gives details of the day’s events from beginning to end.
2. Wedding Ceremony Program outline – This focuses only on the details of the wedding ceremony.
3. Wedding Reception Program outline – This gives guests the wedding reception details.

Below is a sample of a full-day wedding program outline in Ghana.

1. The Cover Page

• Names of the Couple
• Wedding Date
• Venue
• Time
• An inspirational quote, cultural proverb, or Bible verse.

2. The Order of Service (Ceremony)

The couple can choose to have either a church ceremony or a traditional ceremony.

Church Ceremony

1. Welcome
2. Opening Prayer
3. Processional
4. Praise and Worship
5. Scripture Reading
   1. Old Testament
   1. New Testament
6. Sermon
7. Exchange of Vows
8. Exchange of Rings
9. Signing of the Marriage Certificate
10. Blessing of the Marriage
11. Declaration of Marriage
12. Thanksgiving Offering
13. Announcements
14. Recessional

Traditional Ceremony

1. Arrival of Guests
2. Introduction of Families
3. Pouring of the Libation
4. Exchange of Gifts (Presentation of Dowry Items)
5. Acceptance of Gifts
6. Bridal Entrance
7. Confirmation of the Bride
8. Exchange of Rings (or other symbolic items)
9. Traditional blessings
10. Feasting and Celebrations
11. Closing remarks

3. The Reception

1. Arrival of Guests
2. Welcome Address
3. Entry of the Couple
4. Opening Prayer
5. Dinner/Refreshments
6. Speeches
   1. A representative from the Bride’s Family
   1. A representative from the Groom’s Family
7. Traditional Performances
8. Cutting of the Cake
9. First Dance
10. Toasts to the Couple
11. Fun Activities
12. Throwing of the Bouquet
13. Vote of Thanks
14. Closing Prayer
15. Farewell

4. Back Page

• Acknowledgments – Listing family, friends, and vendors.
• Contact Information
• Closing quote, prayer, cultural proverb, or blessing

Now that you have a sample of a wedding program outline in Ghana to follow, you can comfortably plan a unique and meaningful celebration that your guests will enjoy!