In all religions and cultures, wedding blessings and prayers are a time-honored tradition. As a couple says "I do" to one ...

O most merciful redeemer, friend and brother, may I know thee more clearly ... Psalm 121 "May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your ...

The leader may use these or similar words to introduce the blessing: In the short days and long nights of Advent, we realize how we are always needing salvation by our God. Around this wreath ...