This may be a little more than you want but here is a detailed outline of a wedding ceremony. As you can see many parts are optional and often couples opt for a simpler ceremony. On the other hand, lots of couples want to make the most out of their special moments when they agree to be married:
General Order/Flow of Wedding Ceremony
The order and content can be changed with the exception of the legal components including the pronouncement of marriage which must be included at some point throughout the ceremony and dealt with by us.
Guests Arrive and are Seated (background music suggested)
Grandparents, then parents (that are not escorting the couple) take their seats
Entry of groom and groomsmen
Procession of bridal party then bride, both with processional music
Opening Words and Introduction, including appreciation of guests for coming long distances, etc.
Acknowledge parents/close family [optional]
Details about reception/cocktails/dinner – [optional]
Opening poem/reading [optional]
Declaration and Consent – I Do, etc.
Symbolic request for support of marriage by parents/all guests for the bride/groom [optional]
Words about marriage
Personal words about the couple
Second poem/reading [optional]
Introduction to exchange of vows
Wedding vows (personal (if any) followed by or preceded by legal)
Introduction to exchange of rings
Ring exchange with appropriate wording
Blessing/good wishes/symbolism regarding rings
Unity Ceremony, Handfasting or other mini-ceremony [optional]
Pronouncement of marriage
Legal document signing (background music is appropriate)
Blessing/good wishes regarding marriage
Introduction of newly married couple (Mr. and Mrs./first names as married/husband/wife. etc.)
Recession with music