Ghent, Belgium
Formal Wedding
Saturday, 4 July 2026
The full celebration, built on faith and gratitude: a church ceremony at Blaisantkerk with praise, vows, and blessings before God, followed by an evening of dinner, speeches, dancing, and joy at Elif Palace.
ceremony
Doors open
Ushers welcome and seat guests. Praise and worship sets the atmosphere.
Groom's entrance
The groom walks in accompanied by his mother and the bridal party.
Bride's entrance
The bride walks in accompanied by her father and young attendants.
Wedding ceremony
Scripture readings, admonition, exchange of vows and rings, communion, blessing, and pronouncement. Signing of the marriage register.
Ceremony concludes
The couple is presented as newlyweds. Recessional hymn and exit.
Congratulations & portraits
Formal portraits of bride and groom at the church interior.
Church reception
The couple and bridal party join the church community for refreshments, photos, and celebration.
reception
Doors open & refreshments
Guests arrive and enjoy welcome drinks and refreshments while the venue fills.
Couple welcomes guests
The couple greets arriving guests with welcome photos.
Couple entrance
The couple makes their grand entrance to the reception hall.
Presentations
Speeches, toasts, and special messages.
Food & drinks
Full dinner service with drinks for all guests.
First dance
"Mon Meilleur Ami" by Rosny Kayiba.
Cutting of cake
Cake ceremony and toast.
Throwing of bouquet
The bride tosses the bouquet.
Afterparty & photos
DJ Reagan Matudidi takes over. Wedding games, open dance floor, photography, and celebration continue into the night.
Relive the moments from our wedding day.
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