Page 428 - Special Occasion Prayers

428 Holy Matrimony
CEL: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, proclaimed
by St. … (John 2:1-11 / Mathew 19:3-6 / Mark 10:2-9).

ALL: Glory to You Christ, Our Lord.

(At the end of the reading)

ALL: Glory to You, Christ, our Lord.

HOMILY

KAROZUTHA

(Bread and wine may be prepared at this time).

SER: In reverence and exultation, let us pray for this bride and
groom, to be united in holy matrimony, saying: "Lord, have
mercy on them."

ALL: Lord, have mercy on them. (Repeat after every prayer)

SER: O heavenly Bridegroom, who offered His life for His bride,
the Church, bless this couple to live a life of sacrifices in mutual
love and unity, we pray.

SER: O Christ, who invites all to the spiritual banquet of the
word of God, bless this couple to be partakers of the heavenly
Banquet, having lived an exemplary family life according to
Your precepts, we pray.

SER: O Christ, who taught the indissolubility of marriage, bless
this couple to live a happy married life of chastity and fidelity,
we pray.

SER: O Christ, who favored the bride and the groom / in the
marriage feast / at Cana with Your presence, bless this couple / to
live a life of prayer, trusting in Your help / and relishing Your
graceful presence, we pray.

SER: Let us commend one another and ourselves / to the Fa-
ther, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, we beseech You.

CEL: Lord God, bless this bride and groom / to lead with suc-
cess the married life / they begin in joy and hope. Fill them with

Your peace / and make them worthy / to obtain the everlasting