Pastor Elizabeth Mokoro Cautions against Extravagant Weddings, Says White Ceremony Isn't a Must
- Pastor Elizabeth Mokoro gave a fresh sermon to people preparing for weddings, leaving many with mixed reactions
- She stressed that splashing thousands on a white wedding to impress others isn’t essential, as what matters most is the church vow
- Some agreed, while others felt those with financial means should be allowed to throw grand celebrations
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Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) preacher Elizabeth Mokoro has asked couples to abandon the growing trend of extravagant weddings, saying that a white wedding is not a requirement.
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Is it necessary to have a white wedding?
Speaking during a church service, she questioned the societal pressure surrounding the so-called "white wedding" and challenged couples to focus on what truly matters.
“Is it a must to be married in a white wedding? What even is this white wedding that you all insist on? It’s not necessary. You can walk into the church with your best couple. Let us preach a good sermon, and if the pastor is authorised to officiate, within 45 minutes you’re married," she said.
She encouraged couples to avoid unnecessary costs by keeping their ceremonies simple and focused on the vows, rather than appearances.
Mokoro explained that the marriage certificate is a legal document required by the government, not something spiritual or doctrinal within the church.
“If it weren’t for that certificate, which is a government document, not a church one, you wouldn’t even need to sign anything. That KSh 500,000 you’re planning to spend on the wedding, you should use it to start your life together. You and your spouse, standing before God and the community, that’s what matters,” she added.
Pastor Elizabeth Mokoro on extravagant weddings
Mokoro also criticised the growing culture of borrowing or fundraising to host extravagant events, warning couples against burning through large sums of money just to impress people.
"If someone offers a cake worth KSh 40,000, we won’t refuse it. But we should never feel pressured to match that. The sad part is you’re burning through other people’s money. You’re using contributions meant to support you, not to entertain guests," she further said.
Pastor Mokoro added that with her level of education, she couldn’t justify spending KSh 500,000 or even KSh 100,000 on a wedding when she had no investments or financial foundation.
She concluded by expressing hope that one day a wealthy couple would lead by example by choosing a modest, meaningful wedding, inspiring others to do the same. She said:
“I’m waiting for the day a rich young man will marry simply. Once that happens, others will follow.”
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Here are some of the comments from social media users:
@ESSYwadando said:
“I agree with Pastor Mokoro. Weddings should be about love and commitment, not breaking the bank to impress others.”
@Kenyanoxygen commented:
“But what about those of us with wealthy families who expect big celebrations? It’s hard to say no to that kind of pressure.”
@Hanna_faith asked:
“Did Pastor Mokoro have a simple wedding herself? I’m curious how she practised what she preaches.”
@mutugiUSA shared:
“Honestly, I’m tired of being added to WhatsApp groups asking for money to pay for other people’s weddings. It’s exhausting!”
@Simpletweriwrote:
“Sometimes a small, meaningful ceremony is all you need to start your life together happily.”
@kim162 said:
“Big weddings can be beautiful, but only if you can afford them without going into debt.”
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Should men pay for women's hair?
In a different report, Mokoro warned men against giving women money to go to the salon, terming it a satanic influence.
She also claimed that having dreadlocks and plaiting of the hair were satanic influences that should be prohibited.
According to the woman of God, women should ensure they have simple and natural hairstyles that will not stress them.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
