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The Unity candle belongs to a set of four or more candles which we call a Unity Candle set. The set uses the Unity Candle itself, which is usually a pillar candle, two side candles, which are either tapers or pillar candles, and a votive candle. In the beautiful arrangement at left, three pillars are used and the candles are surrounded in a sea of tea lights - a very creative arrangement indeed.
Before the ceremony begins, a votive candle is lit which hides behind the three primary candles. This candle will serve as a pilot light for those who will be lighting the side (taper) candles. Typically, at the very beginning of the ceremony before the bridal party makes its approach, mothers are asked to light the taper candles on behalf of their son and daughter as seen below. After having lit the taper candles they embrace each other. This is a wonderful gesture and shows the mothers - and by extension their families - are delighted in the union of the bride and groom. Unity candles are not indicative of any religion and are used by all faiths. You do not need an "official" unity candle set either. Any four candles will do, though usually they are a pillar candle, two taper candles or pillars, and a votive. Unity Candles may be used outdoors when protected by a hurricane glass. The bride may want to coordinate the colors of the candles with those of her dress or bridal party. But most importantly, it is the visual and dramatic opportunities that Unity Candles afford that explain why we strongly endorse them. In the image below to the right, the bride and groom have lit their unity candle and a vocalist has begun to sing. Every word that has been or will be said in their ceremony is now being visually portrayed for the audience. There are no stronger images in wedding ceremonies than this. Please remember- it's dramatize not verbalize . In other words, dramatically and symbolically showing the joining of your lives will be far more effective (and entertaining) than an officiant merely talking it. Options like the Unity Candle (or Wine Sharing or The Use of Sand Crystals) also give you a strong, proactive roll in your wedding.
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Exceptional Ceremonies in the Ottawa & Toronto/Markham Areas
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Lighting a Unity Candle
Lynne & Keith Langille & Christiane Bristow
Canada's Most Innovative Wedding Officiants
We are not just any Marriage or Wedding Officiant, Minister, Chaplain, Celebrant, Justice of the Peace, or Marriage
Commissioner. We are the three most innovative and experienced Wedding Officiants in Canada and our passion in helping you achieve a spectacularly unique and personalized ceremony is what drives us. Call us at 613 831-7555 to see what we can do for you in helping you achieve your day of dreams.
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