OCCASIONS Speech Public Speaking Members: Avendula, Krizia Camille Pimentel, Athena Joyce Roma, Christian Bekah Perez,

, John Paul Jose, Joyce Dianne

Wedding Speeches
Use own experiences and knowledge of the bride and groom to write a speech that is genuine, funny and most importantly, about the couple, their wedding day and what marriage means to them. Father of the bride Typically the father of the bride (and/or groom) has to foot the majority of the bill for the wedding, so it is only proper that he makes the first speech. The father of the bride/groom usually addresses the guests formerly, welcoming them to the wedding, thanks the people by way of acknowledgment for the contributions they have made towards the wedding. The father of the bride or groom may also talk more casually about his feelings and relationship with his son or daughter and also welcome the bride or groom and in-laws in to his family. Father of the Bride speech basics: Welcome the guests to the wedding. Thank them for coming to help you celebrate the wedding of your daughter. Tell them about your son or daughter. Tell them about your new son or daughter in-law. Toast the Bride and Groom. Grooms Speech Typically, the grooms speech is about the bride - his wife and about their future together and to thank the people involved in making their wedding a memorable occasion. Thanking the Father of the Bride Thank the Bride's father for proposing the toast For his kindness and friendship For his daughter For the wedding feast (if appropriate) Thanking the Guests for attending for their good wishes Everyone for their wedding gifts Thanking the Bride, His Newly Wed Wife Thank your new wife for marrying you! Talk about how you met Talk about why you love your wife

Talk about your future together Thank Individuals Thank those who have helped organize and plan the event. Thank the Bridesmaids who have helped your wife through the day. Comment on their charm & beauty - not too much, though, as you may make your new wife jealous! Thank the groomsmen and the Best Man As well as the traditional thanks, the Groom may wish to add a few words about how he met his wife, activities they share, etc. Gentle teasing is in order. The grooms speech usually thanks more people than any of the other speakers. It is usually considered a bit uncouth to thank the people paying for the celebrations for the money they have spent. However it is important to make clear that you appreciate their generosity. There is a risk that your speech becomes a list of Thank yous try to avoid this if possible. One way is to break up the list of thank-you's with humor or reminiscences. This is particularly effective if it relates to the person who has just been thanked, or is about to be thanked.

Best Man's Speech The best man's speech is the last of the three traditional Wedding speeches at a wedding. He usually begins by recounting how he first met the groom and their relationship, followed by some insights about the groom and bride. The best man is traditionally the official spokesman for the bridal party. In his speech, the best man will thank the bride and groom on behalf of the bridal party, the bridesmaids and groomsmen. The 'best man' can talks about the groom's life, experiences, and qualities Some tasteful jokes and anecdotes about the groom are usually welcome Some details about the bride and groom, such as how they met The best man proposes a toast to the newly weds Traditionally, as a finale, there is a reading of telegrams and cards from people unable to attend The best man should be careful not to tell of color jokes - this is best kept for the bucks night. Generally, if the best man jokes about the groom it should be in a positive manner - remember, nobody wants to be publically laughed at.

Funeral Speech
When someone close to us dies, often the last thing we can imagine doing is summoning up the courage and self-control to speak at their funeral. The death of a loved-one brings grief, fear, and shock, among other things. Even if the death wasn't a surprise, the pain often robs us of our ability to think, let alone speak, clearly. Our emotional reactions may be expected, but

often the physical reactions surprise us. Yet, if we are able, speaking at a funeral can be a privilege and a way to say good-bye and have closure with the person you've lost; it can also be ways of letting the world know how important the person was to you. If you find yourself in the position of needing to speak at a funeral, whether for one of your loved ones or someone who was merely an acquaintance, following are some tips to help you plan your speech, and get you through an otherwise difficult day. 1. Get help. When planning your funeral speech, your emotions might be raw and your mind reeling, so it helps to seek the counsel of others. Talk to your friends and family members and ask for suggestions, thoughts about the deceased, and fond or funny memories.

2. Stay positive. Funerals can be a wonderful time to remember the person fondly with anecdotes and remembrances of his or her personality and lifestyle, but avoid judgments or negativity. If you have issues, the funeral is not the place to air them out. Talk about the good aspects of the person's life and how he touched others. Tell about his goals that were attained or the good that he did. Talk about his positive impact on others. 3. Share humor. Don't be afraid to laugh and to cause others to laugh. There will be plenty of tears and grief, but often a funeral is a wonderful outlet to remember a person fondly and laugh about a funny occasion or pleasant time when he was alive, or something funny he said or did. 4. Be real. Share your heart and don't be afraid to let others know how much the person meant to you. Talk about things that others may not know. Talk about how this affects you. 5. Use props, if appropriate. Feel free to share photos of the deceased, artwork or writings he might have done, or letters he wrote to you or someone else. It can be very comforting to hear the written words of the person who has died. 6. Don't be afraid to cry. One of the biggest fears of people who are asked to speak at a funeral is that they'll begin to cry and be unable to go on. That's ok. Funerals are a form of public grieving, meant to allow us to gather together and support one another in our grief. If you break down and cry, everyone in the room will understand and have compassion for you. If you can regain your composure and go on, then by all means, do what you can; but if you must stop in the middle of your speech, no one will fault you for it. 7. Say good bye. This is the time for closure and farewells. End your speech with good wishes for the family and a good bye to the one who has gone on.

Birthday Speech
Birthday speeches are delivered as eloquent, heartfelt and thought through. It requires planning and prayer. Without these two ingredients, it would be difficult to be precise and spot on regarding what to say.

How do I plan a Birthday Speech?

Make a list of a few outstanding qualities in the person that needs to be congratulated. Remember: Every person has a good side to him/her. Think of how this person positively influences people around them. Elaborate on these positive elements. Is he or she always smiling or friendly? Or is the person helpful? Maybe he/she has a willing ear in times when you need to speak out? Think of sharing something special that not everyone knows about him/her - a humble thought. This will definitely keep your audience' attention. Allow to read a birthday scripture along with the speech.

If it's husband or wife, ask the spouse to read the verse. It adds that special personal touch. If you do a birthday for a child, ask one of the parents to do the scripture reading. For grandparents you can let the grandchildren each read a verse, if possible. Otherwise ask a youth member to do the scripture reading. It always means a great deal to older people if the young ones are involved. Let the youth leader or one of the Sunday School teachers read the scripture on your pastor's birthday

How do I pray in order to prepare for a Birthday Speech? Planning and praying cannot be done overnight, as you need to take constant heed to how God loves the person. This is the central, most important aspect and that should reflect in your speech, over and over again. Prepare well and make use of our extended list of Birthday Prop Ideas. When you talk, it should always be non-critical or in a positive tone - according to God's nature. It's a privilege to be asked to say a few words for a person on a day as special as their birthday, so let the fact that it's a privilege reflect, it's not an exercise in boasting.

Parents Day Speech

Like father's day and mother's day, parent's day is celebrated to honor parents and thank them for all their sacrifices they have made and the love they have showered us with. The day was to show due respect to parents for upbringing their children and to honor them for the things they do throughout their lives to provide their children with a level and comfortable life. 'International Parents Day' is celebrated on every fourth Sunday of July each year. This gives children the perfect occasion to let their parents know how much they are loved and cherished. There are many things children can do to surprise their parents on this special day. If you too want to thank your parents for their support and love, then why not awe them with a cute gift or wish them with a bouquet of flowers and a handmade card. Arranging a day out or a picnic is also fantastic idea to celebrate this day. If you have a tight budget and still wish to convey your message to your parents, then what can be more impressive and expressive than writing a speech for them? Prepare a speech with touching words and mesmerize your parents. Did you

like the idea, but are not sure how to go about it? If your answer is a yes, then here are some tips to your aid. Glance through the tips and prepare an amazing speech for your parents this parent's day. How to write Parents Day Speech: Brainstorm all the things that you want to tell your parents and list them down. Think of some memorable moments and fond memories you had with your parents. You can refer to such moments in your speech. List all the adjectives that you want to use to describe your parents. Parents day is the perfect occasion to let your parents know about your feelings for them. So, feel free to say whatever comes to your mind. Nevertheless, be selective in your choice of words. Talk about your childhood activities that will bring back some good memories that your parents will cherish. Your goal should be to make your parents feel proud for whatever they have done in your upbringing. So, talk about precious moments that you shared with your parents. Proper presentation of a speech is as important as writing the speech. To make your speech a success, practice delivering the speech in front of friends. Dont forget to ask for their feedback. To make your speech more touching, you can consider including meaningful parents day quotations or poems. Alternatively, you can also write your own poem if you are creative enough. Keep it short and sweet. Dont forget to thank your parents for their love, affection, care, and support. Convey your heartfelt thanks for being at your side through ups and downs in life. An emotional parent's day speech is surely going to convey your message to your parents and they will be thrilled with joy.