Do You Want An Unplugged Wedding Ceremony?

There are usually really cute signs at weddings that ask guests to turn off their phones and refrain from taking pictures.  They are really cute to look at but sometimes, they can be more like eye-candy instead of directions that guests actually follow.   I find it's more effective to address guests directly at the beginning of the ceremony.  I like to point out that there are professional photographers and we don't want to get in the way.  

This is not for every wedding.  Some people might find it rude to ask their guests to turn off their phone, like, they aren't children - or barbarians!  It's up to you.  Of course, I'm really nice about it when I do it!  

You can use one of these as it's written or use them as ideas to write your own.  

Unplugged Wedding Ceremony Script 1

Ladies and gentlemen, thank you so much for joining us today.  Before we begin the ceremony, I’d like to ask you to refrain from sharing anything about the ceremony on social media until the reception.  Bride and Groom are coming together today before God in the celebration of their marriage and would like the focus at this time to be on the ceremony.  Thank you. Let us begin!

Unplugged Wedding Ceremony Script 2

Family, friends, honored guests, on behalf of Bride and Groom, I would like to warmly welcome you to the celebration of their marriage. They wish to express their gratitude for each of you who has chosen to be here today.  During the ceremony this afternoon, we respectfully request that you silence and put away all cell phones and cameras so we can all be fully present in this moment. Thank you!  Let us begin…

Unplugged Wedding Ceremony Script 3

Ladies and Gentlemen, Welcome to Bride and Groom's Wedding!  I ask that you silence your phones and refrain from taking pictures during the wedding.  There are professional photographers here to catch all the important moments.  They will be happy to share those pictures with you when they are done.  Thank you!  Let’s begin.