Prayer of the faithful for a wedding

When we ask for the sacrament of marriage And we decided get married in church, whether we choose a mass or a nuptial blessing, the celebration is prepared by choosing the readings, the songs and writing the prayers of the faithful. The mission of this prayer is to entrust the young couple to God and to pray for the community and the world. This is also an integral part of the marriage ritual and is different from wedding prayer for the bride and groom

Prayers of the Faithful in preparation for a wedding

As with any prayer of the faithful (for Sunday mass, funerals or baptisms), the wedding prayer is made up of a few readings, with a response between each one and can be written by the future couple or someone close to them.

How to write a prayer of the faithful for a wedding?

• First intention: this reading generally refers to the young couple united before God. In it, we entrust them and their future home to the Lord.

• Response: “Lord hear our prayer”

• Ulterior motive: then, it is prayed for all couples in general: couples preparing their wedding, young (or not so young) newlyweds, parents… it can also include people who are going through a separation or who have difficulties with their spouse.

• Response: “Lord hear our prayer”

• Third intention: at this point, it is customary to pray for families and friends. It is also possible to mention loved ones who have passed away.

• Response: “Lord hear our prayer”

• Fourth intention: At this point, we usually pray for the world and for peace. The young couple can choose an intention related to current events or the difficulties and struggles of our time.

• Response: “Lord hear our prayer”

• Last intention: this prayer is dedicated to the Church, the pope, the bishops, the priests and the religious community in general. This intention can also be placed as the first intention.

intentions end with “Let us pray to the Lord”

How to write the prayers of the faithful for a wedding?

Before the wedding, the couple prepares for the marriage at their parish or with a priest. It is an important moment for each one to ask themselves about their partner and understand what they want to build together and how God can help them. Sometimes the couple can be very busy with all the planning and last minute details; in this context, writing the prayers of the faithful is a wonderful opportunity to take the time to express what they hope for themselves and their intentions for those around them.

When and who reads the prayers of the faithful during a wedding?

The Prayers of the Faithful are recited at the end of the wedding liturgy (before the liturgy of the Eucharist for those who have chosen a Mass). The couple chooses one or more readers to read the prayer: they can be the brothers or sisters, the best man or maid of honor, or anyone the couple wishes to happily include in their wedding.

Examples of reading for the prayer of the faithful for a wedding

Examples of readings for the couple.

“For N… and N…: may the Lord bless you and make your love grow every day. May he grant them the grace to become parents and to build a happy and welcoming home. Let us pray to the Lord”

“We pray to you Lord for N… and N… that their love shines around them, that it be a sign of peace and that as a couple they are always receptive and open to others. May your love reveal the love of God.”

“By N… and N…, Lord, guide them in their life together; may they walk confidently on the path of life; may each shared joy nourish and bring them closer; may their difficulties stimulate and strengthen them. Lord listen to us.”

Sample readings for all couples.

“We beg you, Lord, that all the couples present here renew their vows every day of their marriage; that they do not let themselves fall into the daily routine; that they be attentive to the message of God and that of those around them “.

“We ask you Lord for all couples: those who have joyfully shared their love for many years; those who are just discovering their love and planning their future marriage; those also who suffer from anguish and separation. Bring to each of them, Lord, tenderness and hope to fill their hearts.”

Sample Readings for Families, Friends, and the Dead

“Lord, we pray for all who are gathered here, families and friends, for those who were unable to join us but who are with us in spirit and prayer. We also entrust to you our dear deceased; his memory is present with us today.”

“Lord, we pray for all of our parents and parents-to-be. Accompany them in this beautiful and delicate mission; may they find in their hearts the patience and tenderness to listen to their children and help them become good men and women”.

Examples of readings for world peace

“Lord, let our prayer join the couples who are separated, the men and women who are abandoned, the children without parents…Keep our hearts open and our spirits ready to receive them.”

Examples of readings for the Church

“Lord, bless our Pope N…, may he guide your Church serenely and efficiently. Bless all Christians, may they be faithful to your love and your word.”

“For our Pope N…, our Bishop N… and all the pastors of the Church, may the Lord fill you with his spiritual gifts and may you together guide the Church on the path to his kingdom.”

Sample readings for mixed or interfaith marriages.

“That we appreciate our differences; that we always see the wonder of meeting others. May we see with your eyes as we see the wonders of creation, Lord, hear our prayer “.

“For all those, believers or non-believers, who make the effort to build a world with justice and generosity; who find the courage to never give up.”

Examples of readings for a marriage anniversary

“For N… and N…, for the “I do” that they pronounced on their wedding day, that they have continued to say to each other during all these years through the joys and difficulties, for the fruits that it produced, in particular their children and grandchildren, thank you God. For the vows that they renew today in your presence, for the vows of all the couples present here, Lord, hear our prayer.”

Pray for couples with

Life as a couple is not always easy… What better example of marriage than Saint Joseph and Mary, the Holy Family. Let Saint Joseph help you in your marriage by praying this novena to Saint Joseph.