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You’re not just planning a wedding day
—you’re preparing for an eternity.

If you’re a Latter-day Saint groom getting ready to be sealed in one of the temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, this article is for you. It’s normal to have questions, feel a bit nervous, or want to make sure you’re spiritually and practically prepared.

Here’s what you need to know to walk into your temple sealing with confidence, love, and reverence.

What Is a Temple Sealing?

In the temple, marriage isn’t “till death do us part.” It’s meant to last forever.

A sealing is a sacred priesthood ordinance that binds a husband and wife—and their future children—together for eternity. When you’re sealed in the temple, you’re entering into a covenant not just with your spouse, but also with God.

It’s one of the most sacred, joyful covenants you’ll ever make.

What to Expect the Day of Your Sealing

Your sealing day will feel different from a typical wedding—and that’s a beautiful thing.

Here’s a quick look at what usually happens:

• You and your bride arrive at the temple in your temple recommends and Sunday best.
• Inside, you’ll change into temple clothing. For grooms, that means a white shirt, white pants, white tie, white socks, and white shoes (all of which can often be rented or borrowed from the temple-check with the temple to make sure they have them first).
• You may have time to reflect, pray, or speak with a temple worker or sealer before the ordinance.
• When it’s time, your guests (other endowed members) will be invited into the sealing room.
• You and your bride kneel at the altar and are sealed for time and all eternity.

It’s sacred. It’s peaceful. And it’s often one of the most spiritual moments of a lifetime.

What to Bring

Here’s a quick checklist for your temple day:

• Temple recommend
• Temple bag
• White shirt, pants, tie, socks, and shoes
• Your regular clothes for arrival and departure
• A prayerful, calm heart

(Pro tip: Plan to arrive at the temple 60–90 minutes early to allow plenty of time for changing, orientation, and peace.)

What About Family and Friends Who Can’t Attend?

This is one of the most common questions LDS grooms have—especially if your family members or friends aren’t endowed yet or aren’t members of the Church.

The sealing ordinance can only be witnessed by those with current temple recommends. That might mean some of your loved ones wait in the temple lobby, grounds, or nearby.

And that’s where a ring ceremony or family-centered reception can come in beautifully. Many grooms and brides hold a short ring ceremony after the sealing (off temple grounds) to include and honor their loved ones. It’s a reverent, welcoming moment that helps everyone feel part of your big day.

Final Thoughts

Getting sealed in the temple is a sacred privilege. As a groom, your presence sets the tone. Come prepared. Come prayerful. Come with love in your heart and a quiet reverence for the covenant you’re about to make.

This is more than a ceremony—it’s a beginning. The sealing power will bind you to your eternal companion in God’s holy house.

Let your heart be calm. Let your spirit be open. You’re walking toward forever.