The Duties Of The Groomsmen (Ushers)

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The groomsmen can also act as ushers and are the helpers of the best man. They can be the brothers of the bride or groom or a few close friends.

Before the wedding

• They help the best man plan the bachelor party.

• They go to scheduled fittings for the wedding outfit.

• They pick up the outfits if the suits are rented.

• Helps the best man to arrange transport for all the guests to the reception.

During the ceremony

• Arrives early at the church or ceremony location.

• They direct the guests to their places in the church. The usher should ask if they are family of the bride or groom, before showing them to a pew on the appropriate side of the church (brides family sit on the right side of the church, the grooms family on the left). Friends of the couple can sit on either side.

• Distributes the orders of service or hymn books to guest, and make sure that there is a supply at the front of the church for the wedding party and minister to use.

• Shows the bride's mother to her seat.

• Escorts the bridesmaids from the church.

During the reception

• May be announced as he enters the reception.

• Dances with the bridesmaid during the first dance.

• Is available for photos.

Pays for

• Helps pay for the cost of the bachelor party.

• Pays for the hire of clothing or purchase.