Hello Vicar,

As is custom in Anglican Church weddings, the Declarations of Consent are worded according to the liturgy.

I assume that when Catherine Parr married Henry VIII, her declarations were according to the liturgy, so she vowed:

“…to be bonaire and buxom in bed and at board.”

Obviously this phrase is not stated in today’s wedding ceremonies, but when did the liturgy change to the current version?

I appreciate your time and attention and look forward to your answer.

Sincerely,

Laura