Let my word, if I must speak, become a restoration of your soul. But when speech is silent, does a man project the great depth of his sensitivity. When I touch you, or kiss you, or hold you, I am saying a thousand words. Find their intentions to join together in this holy union and commitment to each other are founded on Christian love and a depth of love and affection for each other. Understand that they have seriously considered what they are about to do in their exchange of vows.
Water is a symbol of life and nourishment.
At Baptism, water is used in the cleansing away of sin and in the inauguration of our life with Jesus Christ. A circle is used as a sign of unity. The rings to be exchanged are symbols of unity of purpose and a mutual commitment of supportive love as partners in life. We use this holy water and ask that God will bless the couple. We pray that the Spirit will always be with them and give them the strength and courage to fulfill their shared vows of commitment to each other in a living partnership.