Matthew Wayne Prescott and Laurie Marie Kerut were married at 6 p.m. Jan. 17, 2009, at First Baptist Church of Vicksburg. Dr. Douglas Matthew Buckles officiated at the double-ring ceremony.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Timothy Philip Kerut of Vicksburg. She is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edmund G. Kerut of Clinton and  Mr. and Mrs. George Allen Weathersby of Pelahatchie.

The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Lamar Prescott of Vicksburg. He is the grandson of George Lamar Prescott and the late Elsie Robert Prescott of Summit and Lurie Salvo Ramagos and the late Sheldon Walter Ramagos of Natchez.

Candlelit lanterns lined the church’s walkway, and the doorways held arrangements. The path to the altar was marked with wrought-iron, antique candelabrums trimmed in handtied bouquets of roses, hydrangeas, snapdragons, asparagus fern and ivory ribbon. A design of pale peach and pink roses, orchids, tulips, snapdragons, gerbera daisies, calla lilies and greenery nestled with candles filled the baptistry window. Completing the altar setting on each side was a pair of arrangements featuring the wedding flowers and candles in antique urns. Large hurricanes with ivory candles and ribbons centered each window.

Classical and traditional prelude selections were performed by Susan Gambrell. A program of nuptial music was presented by Jane Joseph, organist; Riley Harper, vocalist; Beaver Myers, trumpeter; and Sandra Shugars, violinist. Grandmothers were seated to “Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us,” followed by “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” for the seating of the mothers. Harper sang “Surely the Presence” before the attendants entered to “Rondeau” and “Canon in D.”  Following the chiming of the hour, the bride and her father entered the sanctuary to Clarke’s “Trumpet Voluntary.” “The Lord’s Prayer” was sung following the blessing of the marriage. The recessional was “La Rejouissance,” and the postlude was “Hornpipe.”

Given in marriage by her father, the bride wore a designer gown of ivory organza and silk. Alencon lace embellished with pearls and Swarovski crystals fashioned the sculptured bodice, which was scalloped at the strapless neckline and closed in back with traditional covered buttons. Shirred organza defined the fitted waistline, from which fell the draped skirt and chapel train edged in beaded lace. 

She wore a cathedral-length veil, trimmed in soft ivory thread and accented with an ivory monogram.

She wore diamond earrings, a gift from the groom.

The bride carried a traditional handtied nosegay of white and pale pink roses, white phalaenopsis orchids, miniature calla lilies and blossoms of stephanotis centered with crystal gems interspersed among the flowers. Tucked into the bouquet was an antique handkerchief belonging to her maternal great-grandmother.

Maids of honor were Marianne Joy Kerut and Sarah Elizabeth Kerut, both of Vicksburg. Bridesmaids were Valerie Michele Wright and Lea Anna Tice, both of Brandon; Kimberly Rottman Shirley of Pearl; Mollie Richards George of Vicksburg; Ashley Ivy Benjamin of Tupelo; Katie Elizabeth Pigford of New Orleans; Kristen Renee Patrick of New York, N.Y.; and Mandy Malone Black of Hagerstown, Ind.

The attendants wore floor-length, A-line gowns in foliage luminescent. The strapless bodice featured a draped midriff and covered buttons in back. They each carried bouquets of pale pink and white roses, orchids, miniature calla lilies and pale blue hydrangeas.

Flower girl was Riley Merideth Bowman of Pelahatchie. She wore a sleeveless, tea-length dress of ivory silk organza accented with an ivory sash. She wore a halo of baby’s breath and white sweetheart roses and carried a basket of rose petals.

Wayne Lamar Prescott of Vicksburg served as best man. Groomsmen were Blake Bailess Nasif, William Allen Hood II and Jonathan Robert Brock, all of Vicksburg; Robert Oren Newton, Jonathan Craig Newton and Jason Kyler Martin-Nez, all of Brandon; John Michael Stewart of Madison; Nathan Lamar Prescott of Ocean Springs; and Carl Anthony Banchetti of Houston, Texas.

Ushers were Michael Jeffrey Haden of Hattiesburg and Derek Michael Shive of Yazoo City.

Sarah Shannon Burrell of Tupelo served as the bride’s proxy.

The mother of the bride chose a designer, floor-length, A-line gown of midnight-blue silk accented with a portrait collar and a crisscross bodice.

The mother of the groom wore a floor-length, designer sheath gown with a scooped neckline and draped waist in embroidered chocolate shantung silk. She also wore a coordinating chocolate bolero jacket.

Both mothers carried handtied nosegays of miniature roses, calla lilies and stephanotis. Tiny crystals were scattered among the flowers, which were gathered at the stems with ribbon.

Program attendants were Katherine Denise Kerut of New Orleans and Hannah Joyce Pittman and Rebecca Diane Pittman, both of Laurel.

Special wedding assistant was Maurice Tadlock of Vicksburg.

The bride’s parents hosted a reception at the B’nai B’rith Literary Club.

The club’s entrance was outlined in flowing white tulle, twinkling lights and four urns filled with fern and baby’s breath. The foyer table held a display of monogrammed wedding cookies for guests. Rose petals for tossing were placed in a silver urn atop the mahogany table under the staircase

The mezzanine level held the guest book and a large wedding portrait of the bride. The windows were filled with assorted flower arrangements.

The food table held two immense arrangements containing roses, lilies, orchids, snapdragons and gerbera daisies.

The five-tiered, octagonal wedding cake was positioned along the mirrored wall in the grand ballroom and presented on an antique silver plateau surrounded by fresh flowers. The cake was an almond-flavored creation frosted in white buttercream and embellished with an ivory monogram.

The groom’s three-tiered, square chocolate cake was accented with chocolate-covered strawberries and spun chocolate on each layer. 

Floral arrangements surrounded by votive candles and rose petals centered the guest tables. Guests were entertained with music by The Chill.

Following a wedding trip to Whistler, British Columbia, and Vancouver, Canada, the couple is at home in Vicksburg.

The bride is a registered nurse with St. Dominic Health Systems, and the groom is a sales representative with Rental Sales Corporation.

Out-of-town guests were from Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and various areas in Mississippi.

Brunches

A bridesmaids’ brunch was held at Anchuca on the morning of the wedding. Hostesses were Linda Pittman, Hannah Pittman and Rebecca Pittman. Special guests were the bride’s grandmothers and great-aunt. The bride chose this time to present gifts to her bridesmaids.

Also on the morning of the wedding, a groom’s brunch was held at the home of Linda and Paul Banchetti. Assisting in hosting were Susan Graves, Diane John, Debbie Jones, Michele McMahon, Alysson Mills, Judy Nasif and Cathie Newton. The groom chose this time to present gifts to his groomsmen.

Rehearsal dinner

The groom’s parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at the B’nai B’rith Literary Club.

Bachelorette party

The bride’s attendants honored her with a weekend bachelorette party in Sandestin, Fla.

Bachelor party

The groom’s attendants honored him with a weekend bachelor party at Lake Bruin in St. Joseph, La.

Announcement party

The couple was honored with an announcement party at The Vicksburg. Hosts were Mr. and Mrs. Harris Anthony, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Banchetti, Dr. and Mrs. Eddie Boleware, Mr. and Mrs. Lance Boswell, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Brock, Mr. and Mrs. Bucky Buckner, Mr. and Mrs. Rick Caldwell, Dr. and Mrs. Robert Clingan, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Haden, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Hearn, Mr. and Mrs. Allen Hood, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Lyons, Mr. and Mrs. Randy Martin-Nez, Mr. and Mrs. Mark Mazzanti, Cheryl Mahaffey, Mr. and Mrs. George Nasif, Mr. and Mrs. John Newton, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Richards, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Rottman, Mr. and Mrs. Mike Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Waring, Mr. and Mrs. Billy Williamson, Dr. and Mrs. Al Windham and Mr. and Mrs. Tim Wright.

Showers

The bride was honored with a miscellaneous shower at First Baptist Church. Hostesses were Jan Blackledge, Carole Campbell, Kay Chaney, Teresa Chaney, Lori Edney, Kim Farris, Debbie Freeman, Janet Holland, Rita Mendrop, Linda Strong, Georganne Swillie and Janell Thames.

The bride and groom were honored with a honey-do shower at the home of Maggie and Blake Nasif. Assisting in hosting were Jonathan Brock, Will Hood, Jennifer and Zach Grey, Jason Martin-Nez, Bo Newton, Craig Newton, Becca and John Michael Stewart and Leslie and Will Vollor.

The bride was honored with a champagne brunch at the home of Lea Anna Tice in Brandon. Hostesses were Candi McDonnell, Katie Pigford, Lauren Rutland and Ashley Thompson.

An ornament shower honoring the bride was given by Mollie George, Kristen Patrick, Kim Shirley and Valerie Wright at the Wright home.

Friends at St. Dominic Special Care Unit honored the bride with a miscellaneous shower.