Go therefore into the main streets, and invite everyone you find to the wedding banquet.— Matthew 22:9

When you arrive at the church to attend a wedding, most often someone will hand you a program or a bulletin, which contains not only the order of the service but also the names of the wedding participants. It’s a helpful thing to have in hand, especially if you struggle to remember people’s names. Maybe you ask yourself: “What are the first names of the groom’s parents?” “Is that young woman the maid or matron of honor?” Perhaps you think, “I know that I met that groomsman recently. I just can’t remember his name.” In the world of sports, we sometimes say, “You can’t tell the players without a program.” Similarly a wedding program can be a huge help. Now if only we could persuade the pa…