My son's wedding

It's still hard to believe, but my son Chris woke up this morning as a married man! Preparations for a wedding can be a time of tension and stress. There were, no doubt, an element of those things, but all the hard work paid off, as the whole day was fantastic.

There was so much about the day that made it such a memorable occasion. The church service was great; all the different elements combined together so well. It makes such a difference when the bride and groom really understand the significance of making their vows before God. One of the things which impressed me was how Chris and Megan were clear and bold in making their vows before God and the congregation. There was no doubting that they intend to keep them!

Chris and Megan were married at their own church, Holy Trinity, Leicester. Many of their church friends who have supported, encouraged, and shared their faith journey with them, were at the service. It is clear that as Chris and Megan establish their first home together in Leicester they will be surrounded by friends who love them. They will be part of a caring and exciting church where they can continue to grow together in the things of God.

The reception was another excellent part of the day. Bring father of the groom, I had to stand in line shaking hands with all the guests. Not the most exciting part of the day, but it was good to be able to greet all those who had come to share this special occasion.

There were four speeches given after the meal: the usual ones from the bride's father, the groom and the best man (all excellent). More unusually, the bride also gave a speech! Megan spoke really well and from her heart in giving thanks to all those who had helped and encouraged her along the way. I was moved to tears by what she said!

For me the best element of the whole experience was the fact that both Chris and Megan made it quite clear that the day was not only about committing themselves to each other for life, but that they were committed as a couple to serving God, and living their married lives before him.

I can't say how proud I am of them both, and look forward to seeing what God will do in and through them in the years ahead.