John’s family and relatives will go to Vi’s parents’ house bringing gifts wrapped in red cloths. These gifts traditionally contain meats, wines, fruits, cakes, tea, etc. After John’s father makes a formal marriage proposal, Vi’s family will hopefully accept and then she will make her appearance. Next, Vi and John will pay respects to their family and ancestors by burning candles and then serving their parents tea. Families and friends will then present Vi and John with gifts. Lunch will follow the ceremony at the house. Afterwards, the wedding ceremony will take place at the church.

The ceremony will begin with the ring boy (James Nguyen, 8 yrs old) followed by flower girls (Sammy Marcus, 8 yrs old and Shelby Marcus, 6 yrs old) walking down the isle. Best Man, Usher boy, Maid of honors (Nick Brown, Joe Tran, The-Uyen Truong, and Lana Truong, respectively) will follow. Finally the bride and her father will make an entrance.

The service will include readings John and Vi have chosen in advance.

During the reception, the John and Vi will stop by each table to say thanks to their guests. In return, the guests will give envelopes containing wedding cards and money gifts to the newly wedded couple along with their blessing. The reception will conclude with a dancing party. The party does not recess until very late at night.