The general outline for a Catholic Nuptial Mass is:
GATHERING MUSIC (20 MINUTES)
SEATING MUSIC
Groom's Mother by TBD
followed by Groom's Father
Groom's Grandparents
Bride's Grandparents
Bride's Mother by TBD
Entry of Groom's Party and Priest
PROCESSIONAL MUSIC NO. 1
Ring Bearer
Bridal Attendant #1
Bridal Attendant #2
Bridal Attendant #3
Maid of Honor
Flower Girl
PROCESSIONAL MUSIC NO. 2
Bride with Escort
Presentation of Bride to Groom
Introductory Rite:
Greeting and Welcome (Priest)
(Possible lighting of the tapers for the Unity Candle) (Mothers/Couple)
Opening Prayer
Liturgy of the Word:
Old Testament Reading (Reader #1)
Responsorial Psalm (Reader #2)
New Testament Reading (Reader #3)
(If no Responsorial, then possibly Song-Musical Interlude)
Gospel (Priest)
Homily
Rite of Marriage:
Consent and Exchange of Vows
Blessing and Exchange of Rings
Unity Candle Ceremony
General Intercessions
Eucharistic Celebration:
Preparation of Elements
Prayer over the Gifts
Preface
Eucharistic Prayer
Communion Rite:
"Our Father"
Nuptial Blessing
Sign of Peace
COMMUNION MUSIC (till priest stands with hands in prayer)
Communion
Prayer After Communion
Concluding Rite:
Solemn Blessings
(Possible Roses to Moms-in-law)
RECESSIONAL MUSIC