Tucson Wedding Officiant Blog
Wedding vows
Wedding vows
A guide by Tucson wedding officiant, Marybeth
You love this person deeply. You know what you feel — you’re just not sure how to put it into words without sounding cheesy or over-the-top. As a Tucson wedding officiant who helps couples write personal, meaningful vows, I can promise you: you don’t need to be a poet to speak from the heart.
This guide will show you how to write vows that feel sincere, personal, and true to your relationship — even if you’re not a writer.
Your vows don’t need to be long or perfect — just honest. They really only need to say three things:
✔ What you love about your partner
✔ What they’ve meant to your life
✔ What you promise for the future
This is what I tell couples during ceremonies across Southern Arizona — from desert elopements to elegant chapel weddings — simple vows are often the most powerful.
(Name), you are my (best friend/safe place/favorite adventure).
I love you because (a real, specific reason).
You’ve taught me (something you’ve learned through them).
Today, I promise to (real, human promise — not perfection, but effort).
With God’s help (or “with all that I am”), I choose you — today and every day.
Heartfelt & Romantic:
“Jacob, you’re my calm in every storm. I love the way you see good in people. I promise to speak kindly, forgive quickly, and choose us — no matter what comes.”
Faith-Based (Perfect for Christian Ceremonies):
“Sarah, I believe God wrote you into my story on purpose. I promise to love you as Christ loves the church — patiently and faithfully. I’ll pray with you, laugh with you, and walk beside you through every season.”
Real & Funny:
“Daniel, I love you more than coffee — and that’s saying a lot. I promise to always be on your side, even when we’re lost and you refuse to ask for directions.”
I knew I loved you when…
You make me feel…
Because of you, I’ve learned…
I promise to always…
When we’re old and forgetting things, I’ll still…
“Where you go, I will go…” (Ruth 1:16)
“Love is patient, love is kind…” (1 Corinthians 13)
You don’t need to be a writer to say something beautiful — you just need to be honest. Your vows don’t have to impress everyone; they simply need to reflect your love story. And if you ever want help writing vows, planning your ceremony, or creating a custom script — I’d love to help as your Tucson wedding officiant.