August 24, 2019
THE WEDDING PROGRAM
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Order of Ceremony — T H E B I G D AY —
Prelude Seating of the Grandparents Seating of the Parents (Ribbon in the Sky: A Cappella) P RO C E S S I O N A L O F T H E W E D D I N G PA RT Y: Pastor, Groom, and Best Men (I Found Love) Groomsmen and Bridesmaids (After All is Said and Done) Bride (You for Me) Welcome Giving of the Bride Scripture and Prayer Song by Taffalyn Drakeford Message by Pastor Alfred Steele Marriage Vows and Exchanging of the Rings Unity Candle Pronouncement of Marriage Prayer of Blessing and Benediction Presentation of Mr. and Mrs. Marquis D. Winfrey Recessional (Love You I Do)
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Interview w
WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION OF EACH OTHER?
him: Honestly, I didn't really pay any attention to her. She was very persistent. her: I thought he was cute, but most of all very quiet, which was great for me because I am the opposite. As they say, opposites attract, and I truly believe in that. As the years have gone by I have opened him up and now he is not so quiet. I have created a monster, but I love it! WHAT DID YOU DO ON YOUR FIRST DATE? him: We went out to eat. her: We went out for dinner, talked, laughed, tried to figure each other out, and wondered just how far our relationship could and would go. WHO INITIATED THE FIRST KISS? him: I believe she did. her: He did. I was dropping him off at home, coming from bowling in a Monday night league. We were just getting to
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know each other at the time and he invited me in. Being the lady that I am, I refused and said it's late I gotta work early in the morning so I don't think so. Meanwhile my hormones were saying yes it's been a while, get some girl!! But no, I can't make it that easy, so I gave him a kiss goodnight and his response was, "See what you did to me?" LOL oh well you'll be alright.
WHO WAS THE FIRST TO SAY I LOVE YOU? him: She was. her: Of course I was. I am a very emotional, sentimental woman. I take my relationships seriously. I believe in love and when I fall in love I fall hard. I don't take life for granted, and I believed in him. He showed me a different kind of love so it was very easy to fall in love with him. He loves me for who I am, and I love him for loving me. WHAT IS ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES TOGETHER? him: Our first trip to Las Vegas together.
with the couple her: One of our favorite vacations was Las Vegas, we always have a good time there and do things out of the ordinary. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.
WHAT IS THE MOST INTERESTING THING YOU'VE LEARNED ABOUT EACH OTHER? him: That we enjoy the same things. her: That he never give sup on anything. He fights hard for what he wants. One of the things we have in common is bowling, something that he has been doing since he was 11 years old in grammar school. He still loves doing what he does best, and of course this is how we met: bowling in the same league. I love to watch him bowl, from the moment I first saw him throw a ball to 10 years later, I still love watching him bowl. W H AT D O YO U L OV E MOST ABOUT EACH OT H E R ? him: Her kind heart and love for others.
her: How much he cares, he's very attentive. How much he goes above and beyond to make me happy. He doesn't like to argue about anything so he tries his best to never make me mad and he's always calm about everything. He never gets angry, I am the one that gets crazy! But, he is able to deal with me on every level and any way. W H E N D I D YO U K N OW THEY WERE THE ONE? him: Before our second trip to Las Vegas. her: When I was at work all day, and could think of nothing but him. W H AT ' S N E X T F O R YO U T WO ? him: Buying a house and starting a family of our own. her: Whatever God has in store for us. Our new journey begins. Anything is possible, including babies, and we will be relocating to Georgia in a couple of years! Whatever God's plan is for us, we will be doing it together.
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The wedd
Cassandra Alexander Matron of Honor Best friend of the bride
Bernadette Stopka Padilla Matron of Honor Best friend of the couple
Bridesmaid Close friend of the bride
Janell Brown
Bridesmaid Sister of the groom
Jaywanna Scott
Sha'Nihya Ross
Demetra Smith
De'Anna Cuevas
Maid of Honor Sister of the bride
Bridesmaid Daughter of the bride
Bridesmaid Best friend of the bride
Bridesmaid Friend of the bride
Alexis Cabrera
Lashema Sims
Bridesmaid BH of the groom and friend of the bride
Bridesmaid Cousin of the bride
Navi'ae Brown Flower Girl Niece of the groom
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Debra Bracey
ding party Victor Padilla
Vaughn Ross
Eric Richards
Shaun Ross
Theodore Joseph Brown
Cosmiere Green
Stanley Williams Jr.
Ja'von Algarin
Rashad Winfrey
Jahzier Rogers
Best Man Best friend of the groom
Best Man Uncle of the groom
Groomsman Brother of the groom
Groomsman Best friend of the bride
Groomsman Cousin of the groom
Groomsman Brother of the bride
Groomsman Brother of the bride
Groomsman Son of the bride
Jr. Groomsman Nephew of the groom
Ring Bearer Nephew of the groom
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Menu cocktail hour
T H E G R AY C L I F F W E D D I N G
SALADS Graycliff Signature Intermezzo Mango
ENTRÉES Roast Aged Prime Rib of Beef Filet of Wild Scottish Salmon Chicken Graycliff Vegetarian Wild Mushroom Ravioli
D E S S E RTS Custom Wedding Cake The Graycliff Viennese Table
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Thank you FROM THE BRIDE & GROOM
First, we give honor and glory to our Lord and Savior who is the head of our life. We are thankful for his love, grace, blessings, and allowing you all to be involved in what is one of the greatest days of our lives. There is no combination of sentiments that could express our sincerest appreciation for you taking the time out of your schedule to share this special day with us. Only God knew what he was doing when he revealed us to each other. He made you for me and me for you! We have waited with much anticipation for this day to arrive. We are very thankful that our families and friends could be here to share this blessed experience with us. We are grateful for the distances that many have traveled to be here with us. We hope our love touches you as much as your love has touched us. The love of everyone here warms our hearts and fills us with cherished memories, and we are truly grateful. To our parents, thank you for all of your love, guidance, and support in bringing us to this day. We have learned love from you and will in our marriage always return it to you. And to our amazing and beautiful coordinator, Ms. Jeannie Marie McMurray, thank you for the outstanding job you have done from the beginning to the very end. You had our backs from day one and we love you for making our wedding everything! Thank you to the best wedding party of siblings, family & best friends!!! Thank you all. We love you!
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Location T H E G R AY C L I F F
122 Moonachie Avenue (If using a GPS, plug in 290 Moonachie, New Jersey, 07074) For more information, visit www.TheGraycliff.com or call 201-939-9233
H O T E L I N F O R M AT I O N Holiday Inn 283 Route 17 South Hasbrouck Heights New Jersey, 07604 201-288-9600 ext. 775 (Ross Winfrey Wedding)
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