Traditional Greek Orthodox Stefana Ceremony Tradition

During the ceremony, Maria and Chris had a traditional Greek Orthodox stefana ceremony. The two crowns, tied together with white tulle ribbon, where exchanged back and forth three times to symbolize the couple's union.

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