How does a wedding blessing work?

A blessing is a short ceremony that takes place after the official civil ceremony. Unlike the marriage itself, a blessing is not legally binding ‐‐ it’s a more spiritual way of symbolising the strength of your commitment to one another. It’s like a seal on the relationship.

Who can perform a marriage blessing?

With a wedding blessing you can literally choose anyone to perform your ceremony, however I would recommend having a fully trained professional celebrant officiate.

What do you call a blessing at a wedding?

Wedding blessings. The Church of England service is called a Service of Prayer and Dedication, which is often known as ‘a blessing’. It is a simple service acknowledging the commitment already made between husband and wife during a civil ceremony and asks for God’s blessing and guidance in your new life together. Because it is not…

Can a church bless a wedding in the UK?

Wedding blessings. Many couples who have had a civil wedding decide they would like to dedicate their marriage to God in church soon afterwards. A husband and wife can have their marriage blessed in church, whether they got married in the UK or abroad. For couples who marry abroad, it can be a way of ensuring more family…

Can a family member read the wedding blessing?

In a non-religious ceremony, a family member or trusted friend will read the blessing. If your ceremony is religious, there’s likely already a wedding blessing or prayer built into the church service, so be sure to ask the officiant if you’re unsure.

What is a blessing in the Church of England?

The Church of England service is called a Service of Prayer and Dedication, which is often known as ‘a blessing’. It is a simple service acknowledging the commitment already made between husband and wife during a civil ceremony and asks for God’s blessing and guidance in your new life together.

Wedding blessings. The Church of England service is called a Service of Prayer and Dedication, which is often known as ‘a blessing’. It is a simple service acknowledging the commitment already made between husband and wife during a civil ceremony and asks for God’s blessing and guidance in your new life together. Because it is not…

Wedding blessings. Many couples who have had a civil wedding decide they would like to dedicate their marriage to God in church soon afterwards. A husband and wife can have their marriage blessed in church, whether they got married in the UK or abroad. For couples who marry abroad, it can be a way of ensuring more family…

The Church of England service is called a Service of Prayer and Dedication, which is often known as ‘a blessing’. It is a simple service acknowledging the commitment already made between husband and wife during a civil ceremony and asks for God’s blessing and guidance in your new life together.

Why is the wedding blessing important to the Catholic Church?

The wedding blessing is especially important to the Catholic faith and comes in quite handy when couples are of mixed religions. Non-denominational or non-traditional weddings are often not recognized by the Catholic church.