An outline of the ceremony

1. The Structure of the Nuptial Mass and
2. The Strcuture of a Wedding Ceremony celebrated outside of the Mass

Here is an outline of the usual Structure of the Rite of Marriage when celebrated within a Mass

Introductory Rites
Opening Hymn, Organ Voluntary or Entrance Antiphon Questioning concerning any lawful impediment to the marriage.

Liturgical Greeting

Introduction & welcome[optional: candle ceremony]

Penitential Rite

Gloria (optional and never during Lent)

Opening PrayerThe Liturgy Of The Word

First Reading
Responsorial Psalm (often sung)
Second Reading

Gospel Acclamation (usually sung)
Gospel

All sit while the Homily is given.

The Rite Of Marriage

Address

Declaration of Consent

Blessing of Rings

Exchange of Tokens (optional)

Candle Ceremony (optional)

Prayer of the Newly Married Couple (optional)

Prayer of the faithful The Liturgy of the Eucharist

The gifts of bread and wine to be consecrated in the Eucharist are brought to the altar. Often a hymn or piece of music accompanies this

Prayer over the gifts

Preface

Eucharistic Prayer

Communion Rite

Our Father

Nuptial Blessing

Sign of Peace
Lamb of God.

The (Bride) and (Groom) receive communion under both species before communion is distributed to the congregation. Anyone who for whatever reason is unable to receive communion is invited to receive a blessing from the priest. They should indicate so by crossing their arms across their chest as they come forward.

Communion Hymn(s)
Prayer after Communion

Final Blessing

The Signing of the Register now takes place, usually on a table to the side of the altar or in the sacristy. Then the newly married couple process out of the Church together.

‘Registry’ Hymn or piece of music

Signing of the Register

Recessional Hymn/Music **************

And this an outline of the usual Structure of the Rite of Marriage when celebrated outisde of the Mass(its very similar to the above in form and content without the Preparation of Gifts, Eucharistic Prayer and Communion Rite)