The Exact LDS Wedding Invitation Wording Etiquette for 2026 Temple Sealings

By Janet Barton — MCC Wedding Invitations

Have you ever stared at a blank screen, trying to figure out the “right” way to word your LDS wedding invitation—only to get overwhelmed by what to include, what to leave out, and how to say everything clearly without sounding stiff?

You’re not alone.

LDS temple wedding invitations are unique. They carry a blend of sacredness, simplicity, and clarity that most traditional wedding etiquette guides don’t address. And every year, wording trends shift slightly, including what brides choose to highlight, how they list ceremonies, and how they approach family considerations.

After helping thousands of LDS brides with their wording (and personally typesetting more sealing invitations than I can count), I’m sharing the exact, up-to-date wording etiquette for 2026 temple sealings — including the clearest, modern templates you can copy and personalize today.

Let’s walk through this together so your invitations feel reverent, polished, and unmistakably “you.”

Why LDS Wedding Invitation Wording Is Different

Unlike traditional weddings, an LDS sealing takes place inside a temple, is reserved for endowed attendees, and often pairs with a more public ring ceremony or reception afterward.

This creates a few unique wording needs:

1. You need clarity without oversharing.

Temple ordinances are sacred. Your invitation only needs:

• The temple name

• The date

• The time

• Who’s hosting (if relevant)

• Follow-up celebrations (ring ceremony, luncheon, reception)

2. Inclusivity matters.

Not all loved ones may be able to attend the sealing. Your wording should feel warm, loving, and considerate — without drawing attention to who can or can’t enter the temple.

3. Simplicity is praised.

LDS culture leans toward clean, straightforward invitations. Your wording should reflect reverence without becoming formal or stiff.

4. Guests need direction.

Especially if you have multiple events:

• Temple sealing

• Ring ceremony

• Luncheon

• Reception

Your invitation needs to gently guide guests, so everyone knows where they fit into the day.

2026-Approved LDS Wedding Invitation Wording Etiquette

These are the exact standards and trends I’m seeing brides choose for 2026 temple invitations — based on thousands of proofs I’ve created this year.

1. Keep the Temple Title Exactly as Written by the Church

Use the official name:

• Provo City Center Utah Temple

• Draper Utah Temple

• San Diego California Temple

Avoid shortened versions like “Provo City Center Temple.”

2. Hosts Are Optional

Modern LDS couples often skip “Mr. and Mrs.” name hosting lines.

Accepted options:

• Parents’ names included

• Couple only (very common for 2026)

• Combined parents

Example modern hosting line:

Together with their families

3. Always List the Sealing First

Even if most people will attend only the ring ceremony or reception, the sealing still comes first.

4. Keep the Wording Reverent, But Not Stuffy

These are etiquette-approved phrases for 2026:

• Invite you to celebrate with them

• Invite you to join them in celebrating their marriage

• Will be sealed for time and all eternity in the

These feel modern while staying within LDS cultural norms.

5. NEVER Mention “Temple Recommend” on an Invitation

This is considered private and inappropriate for printed stationery.

6. Reception + Ring Ceremony Details Go on the Insert Card

Your 3×3 insert is the perfect place for:

• Ring ceremony details

• Reception address

• Dress code (if needed)

• Registry notes (optional, depending on preference)

2026 LDS Temple Wording Templates You Can Copy + Personalize

Below are the exact, best-performing wording structures for 2026 LDS brides.

Template A — Classic LDS Sealing (Most Popular)

Together with their families
Emma Jensen
and
Caleb Wright
invite you to celebrate their marriage
as they are sealed for time and all eternity
in the
Provo City Center Utah Temple
on
Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM

A ring ceremony and reception will follow.
(Details provided on the enclosed card)

Template B — Couple-Only Announcement

Emma & Caleb
will be sealed for time and all eternity
in the
Draper Utah Temple
on
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM

Please join us afterward
for a ring ceremony and reception
(details enclosed)

Template C — With Two Families Hosting

With joyful hearts,
Michael & Sarah Davis
and
Jonathan & Paige Miller
invite you to celebrate the marriage of their children
Emma & Caleb
as they are sealed for time and all eternity
in the
San Diego California Temple
on
August 8, 2026 | 10:30 AM

Ring ceremony & reception to follow
(details enclosed)

Template D — Sealing + No Ring Ceremony (Reception Only)

Emma Jensen & Caleb Wright
are pleased to announce their temple sealing
in the
Bountiful Utah Temple
on
July 18, 2026

Please join us for a reception in their honor
(details enclosed)

Template E — LDS + Non-LDS Family Friendly Wording

Together with their families
Emma & Caleb
joyfully announce their marriage
and sealing in the
Mesa Arizona Temple
on
April 25, 2026

You are invited to celebrate with them
at a ring ceremony and reception
(details enclosed)

Where Each Event Belongs (2026 Etiquette)

FAQ (with Answers)

1. Should I list the temple address on the invitation?

No. Temple names are universally recognized, and addresses feel overly formal. Most brides leave them off.

2. Is it okay if not all family members can attend the sealing?

Yes. Many families include relatives who cannot attend. Use inclusive, warm wording so the focus stays on celebration—not limitations.

3. What if I’m having a ring ceremony because of non-LDS family?

That’s common. A 3×3 insert card lets you give everyone a meaningful experience without complicating the main invitation.

4. How early should I order LDS invitations?

Most LDS brides order 6–10 weeks before the wedding—but with same-day proofs and fast shipping, I regularly help brides working on tight timelines.

5. Should we list “sealed for time and all eternity”?

Yes, this is culturally standard for LDS invitations and still widely used in 2026.