LDS Temple Sealing Invitation Wording: A Complete Guide for Utah Couples

We routinely observe how getting your LDS temple sealing invitation wording right sets the tone for your entire celebration. A 2025 Utah industry report showed over 40,400 weddings took place across the state, making clear communication essential for guests.

Proper wording ensures your guests know exactly where to go, which is especially vital if you are a homeowner hosting a backyard reception or a business owner managing an event venue.

Our team is going to break down the main components of these sacred invitations and walk through the exact templates modern couples use. Let’s look at the data, see what it actually tells us, and explore a few practical ways to design your perfect wedding stationery.

Understanding the Different Components

Most LDS temple wedding invitations include two or three printed pieces to keep details organized. Data from a 2025 Joy wedding study reveals couples spend an average of $518 on their complete paper packages.

We recommend dividing your information across these standard pieces to prevent overwhelming the main card.

• The main invitation: Announces the sealing and invites guests to celebrate.
• The insert card: Provides reception details, map directions, or logistics for property owners.
• The ring ceremony card: Offers a specific timeline for guests attending the celebration but not the temple sealing.

Splitting the details prevents clutter and reduces printing errors. A 2026 report from Paperlust notes that adding insert cards typically increases your invitation budget by 20 to 30 percent.

Our preferred strategy involves keeping the main card exclusively for the sacred temple details.

Sealing Announcement with Reception Invitation

This approach remains the most common choice for Utah couples. The main invitation announces that the couple has been sealed in the temple and invites all guests to the reception.

We always advise clients to write the temple title exactly as recorded by the Church, avoiding abbreviations. Accuracy shows profound respect for the sacred ordinance. For example, write “Payson Utah Temple” rather than “the Payson Temple.”

Our standard template for this format clearly separates the religious ceremony from the evening celebration.

Mr. and Mrs. David Thompson

and

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Anderson

are pleased to announce the marriage of their children

Emily Rose

and

James Michael

sealed in the Payson Utah Temple

Saturday, the fifteenth of June

two thousand and twenty-six

Reception to follow

The Anderson Family Home

123 South Main Street, Mapleton, Utah

6:00 in the evening

Notice how this layout explicitly provides the reception time and location. Business owners who operate local catering services appreciate this clarity because it prevents early guest arrivals.

Sealing-Only Invitation

We use a highly specific format for guests exclusively attending the temple sealing. You may want an invitation that specifically highlights the exact sealing time for your closest family.

A crucial 2026 etiquette rule states that you should never print the phrase “Temple Recommend required” on your stationery. Our design process treats the sacred nature of the building as self-explanatory for endowed members.

Adding explicit entry requirements is widely considered inappropriate for printed wedding materials.

Emily Rose Thompson

and

James Michael Anderson

together with their parents

request the honor of your presence

at their sealing in the Payson Utah Temple

Saturday, June 15, 2026

at 11:00 in the morning

Ring Ceremony Insert Card

A separate insert card communicates details for guests invited to a ring ceremony and reception but not the sealing. We find that scheduling the ring ceremony about 45 minutes before the main reception begins creates the best flow.

This piece of stationery bridges the gap between the private ordinance and the public celebration. Proper timing keeps your evening moving without forcing your guests to wait around.

Many homeowners hosting large crowds find that giving guests a firm start time prevents parking bottlenecks in their neighborhoods.

Please join us for a ring ceremony and celebration

Saturday, June 15, 2026

4:00 in the afternoon

The Anderson Family Home

123 South Main Street

Mapleton, Utah

Common Wording Questions

Should I include parents’ names?

We frequently get asked about the tradition of listing parents as the primary hosts. Traditionally, you include their names if they are paying for the marriage celebration.

Modern couples frequently substitute this with the phrase “together with their families” to save space. Our recent client data shows a 40 percent shift toward this inclusive phrasing.

Do I need to mention the temple by name?

You absolutely must include the specific temple name. Including the exact location, like the newly dedicated Syracuse Utah Temple or the classic Salt Lake Temple, adds immediate significance.

We recommend dropping the denomination name entirely, as the temple title communicates the religious context perfectly.

How do I handle divorced or blended families?

There are established etiquette approaches for including multiple sets of parents. Listing each parent on a separate line clarifies hosting duties without causing friction.

Our team helps you manage this with sensitivity and clarity, ensuring everyone feels honored.

Should the sealing time be on the main invitation?

The answer depends entirely on who receives the card. If the invitation goes to temple-attending guests only, you definitely list the exact sealing time.

We suggest putting the sealing time on a separate insert card for those with recommends if the main invitation goes to all guests.

Guest List Scenario	Where to Put Sealing Time	Additional Cards Needed
All guests invited to Temple	Main Invitation	Reception Card (Optional)
Mixed Guest List	Small Insert Card	Main Reception/Ring Card
Reception Only	Do Not Include	None

Tips for Getting Temple Wording Right

Small details dictate the success of your mailing process. Missing a crucial step easily leads to reprinted suites or confused guests.

Our process relies on these core principles to safeguard your wedding budget and timeline.

• Start with a template: Do not write from scratch. Use established wording as your starting point to guarantee proper etiquette.
• Weigh before mailing (2026 Post Office Tip): A fully assembled suite with inserts often exceeds one ounce. The 2026 USPS first-class postage starts at $0.78, but thick square envelopes incur a $0.40 non-machinable surcharge.
• Have someone proofread: Names, dates, and addresses must be flawless. Ask a parent or a trusted friend to double-check the spelling of the specific temple and venue.
• Ask for help: At MCC Wedding Invitations, Janet helps couples with wording every day. She knows the etiquette and guides you through the technical decisions.
• Keep it simple: Elegant, clear wording is always better than overly complicated language. Let the sacred nature of the event speak for itself.

Need Help with Your Temple Invitation Wording?

Planning a wedding involves managing countless details, and the stationery should not add to your stress. Janet has helped hundreds of LDS couples get their temple sealing invitation wording precisely right.

Whether you need a traditional sealing announcement, a ring ceremony card, or a highly modern design, she possesses the exact templates to guide you. Our team is ready to format your layout so you can focus on the bigger picture.

Get started with your LDS temple invitations to receive a digital proof before printing, complete with matching insert cards and envelopes.