And we don`t get to say our own vows. However, I would like to say a few words to my husband in the end of the ceremony.Is this appropriate? Also, any ideas/quotes/speeches?
2006-07-03 02:16:24 · 6 answers · asked by Carla 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Of all the weddings that I have been too, the Catholic ones are the best, so you are very lucky and I wish you God's blessings!
Now to your question: First though, are you doing the Nuptial Mass or just the Nuptial Vows? I am assuming the Mass.
While you cannot do anything during the Mass...after the Mass, if Fr. allows, saying things should be fine....after all that is where the announcements are placed on Sunday. Just remember that, if there is a Tabernacle present with reserved Eucharist that our Lord is still present and you should be aware of that both in maintaining reverence and in what is said.
As for what to say, why don't you read through the books of Ruth and Song of Songs (Canticle of Canticles). I have always found those to be great idea starters for weddings. Beyond that, I do not know you so I cannot give specific advice other than to save the really speechy and sappy stuff for the speeches at the wedding dinner. You want people to remember and be moved more so by the actual Nuptial Mass than your sayings to each other (which given the amount of chaos that is involved once Mass is over is easly quickly.) So I would suggest that what you say at the Mass be short, simple, and fit within what the Mass was about. But you know that is just me.
2006-07-04 16:18:54 · answer #1 · answered by Liet Kynes 5 · 5⤊ 0⤋
And we don`t get to say our own vows. However, I would like to say a few words to my husband in the end of the ceremony.Is this appropriate? Also, any ideas/quotes/speeches?
2006-07-03 09:23:29 · answer #2 · answered by No one 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you doing a full on Catholic mass or are you doing what my family likes to call the "abbreviated" version? Here's the difference, one is around 2 hours long, the other is around 20-30 minutes. If it is a full Catholic mass, I would most definitely NOT say a few words, as the ceremony has been long enough, and as I'm sure your family and friends love and adore you, haven't they heard enough? If it is the abbreviated version, it may be a little unorthodox, but it is up to the priest. Speak with him, but be highly prepared to be told no. The Catholics are famous for their strict traditions. You can prepare a speech to give him at the rehearsal dinner or at the reception. Discuss it with the priest though, he might be able to work something in. Congratulations!
2006-07-03 09:59:27 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never been to a wedding where they did this, but talk to your priest. He's the only one who can actually answer your question. Pretty much what he says goes. Also, since you don't already have something to say, there doesn't seem to be much point in it, except causing people more boredom. Maybe you could say something at the rehearsal dinner or reception. Another alternative is to tell him privately that night and keep it special, just between the two of you. Good luck.
2006-07-03 14:11:00 · answer #4 · answered by maigen_obx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask the priest if you could have a moment of time to "state your intentions to one another" or a moment to "profess your love in your own words" in the form of a reading or song or whatever fits you best.
2006-07-03 10:02:26 · answer #5 · answered by Brandie C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you ever been to catholic wedding it does not matter everone will be asleep
2006-07-03 09:25:30 · answer #6 · answered by catfan99 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋