Mass for Renewal of Marriage Vows / Wedding Anniversaries General Intercessions
Option 1 (Husband & Wife to deliver)
Let us join in prayer for our special anniversary couples and for all married couples, knowing that God hears us whenever we pray.
Response: Lord, make us one.
- Husband: That all husbands especially those here may have the wisdom and courage to help their wife grow and develop--in all her interests and talents--to become the best person she can possibly be. . .We pray to the Lord.
- Wife: That all wives especially those among us have the knowledge and the will to encourage their husband to grow and fulfill all the rich potential that lies within him. . .We pray to the Lord.
- Husband: That we may receive the gifts of patience and understanding in our relationship with our spouse and with our children in these changing times. . .We pray to the Lord.
- Wife: That all couples may be delivered from the dangers of boredom and routine which can erode the deepest love relationship. . .We pray to the Lord.
- Husband: For the courage to overcome fear and reveal ourselves more openly and honestly through more intimate communication. . . We pray to the Lord.
- Wife: That all our relatives, friends and neighbors may experience the joy of family love. . .We pray to the Lord.
- Husband: That all the families on earth may have the resources they need to lead happy, healthy and prayer-filled lives. . .We pray to the Lord.
Option 2 (to be added to general intercessions) Eternal Father, you love us so much that you gave us your only Son. Grant that all who are in the union of marriage may reflect the beauty of your love and share it with others. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
- For all married couples, that God give them comfort and strength in each other and joy in their children, let us pray to the Lord.
- For all those preparing for marriage, that God guide them to a deep appreciation of this Sacrament, let us pray to the Lord.
- For widows and widowers, that God may comfort them with compassion, let us pray to the Lord.
- For those who suffer the pain of a troubled marriage, separation or divorce, that God guide them into a future filled with hope, let us pray to the Lord.
- For a greater respect for the dignity of marriage and family in our nation and society, let us pray to the Lord.
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