Prayer for a Couple on Their Wedding Day
Oct 19
2 min read
On their wedding day a Catholic bride and groom are the ministers of the Sacrament of Matrimony, giving themselves to each other before God and the Church. This prayer can be prayed by the couple on the morning of the wedding, by parents and wedding guests, or by anyone holding a newly married couple in prayer. Where you see N. and N., say the couple's names.
The Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, at the wedding feast of Cana You blessed the joy of a bride and groom and worked Your first sign at the request of Your Mother. Be present today at the wedding of N. and N., and bless the covenant they make before Your altar. Grant them the grace of the Sacrament they receive. As they give themselves to one another, let their love be faithful, fruitful, and lasting, a living image of Your own love for the Church. When their own strength runs out, like the wine at Cana, fill their marriage with the new wine of Your grace. Bless their home and the children You may send them. Give them patience in trials, humility in disagreements, and readiness to ask forgiveness and to give it. Let them pray together, laugh together, and carry each other's burdens. Keep them always mindful of the promises spoken today, and let those promises grow deeper with every year. Bless their families and all who celebrate with them. Holy Mary, who said at Cana, "Whatsoever he shall say to you, do ye," keep this couple close to your Son. St. Joseph, faithful spouse, pray for them. And after a long and happy life together, bring them to the eternal wedding feast of heaven. Who live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.
Suggested saints: Mary and Joseph, and the couple's patron saints. Many couples place flowers before an image of Our Lady after the vows as a sign of entrusting their marriage to her.
About this prayer: This is an original prayer written for Daily Catholic Prayers. It is not a traditional text and is not attributed to any saint. You are welcome to pray it and share it.
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