Expressing Wedding Congratulations: Appropriate Ways To Celebrate Newlyweds

Congratulations is a common message to include in a wedding card, and it's easy to say even if you don't know one-half of the marrying couple very well. It's a supportive and positive message to celebrate the couple's special day and can be personalised in many ways. Whether you're looking for formal, casual, religious, or funny wedding wishes, there are many ways to express your congratulations.

Formal Wedding Wishes

A formal wedding card message is a great way to offer your congratulations to the happy couple. If you've been invited to a formal wedding, or you've chosen a timeless and romantic card, a formal wedding message is always appropriate. Here are some ideas for formal wedding wishes:

• "Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness."
• "Your wedding day will come and go, but may your love forever grow."
• "Best wishes on this wonderful journey as you build your new lives together."
• "May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy."
• "May the true love you share today grow stronger as you grow old together."
• "Congratulations on a beautiful beginning to married life."
• "May your joining together bring you more joy than you can imagine."
• "Thank you for letting us share in this joyful day. We wish you all the best as you embark on this wonderful union."
• "Wishing you joy, love and happiness on your wedding day and as you begin your new life together."
• "May the love and happiness you feel today shine through the years."
• "May the years ahead be filled with love and joy."
• "May your love grow stronger each and every passing year."
• "Here's to a lifetime full of happiness and love."
• "Wishing you well as you embark on this next chapter of life. Cheers!"
• "May today mark the first of the rest of your life, filled with love and fellowship."
• "Here's to a long, happy life with the one you love. Wishing you the best."
• "It's a joy to celebrate your love."

Casual Wedding Wishes

• "Wishing you lots of love and a lifetime of happiness."
• " [We/I] love you. Congrats!"
• "Lots of love today and beyond."
• "Wishing you a long and happy marriage."
• "" [We're/I'm] so proud of you both on this special day. Congrats!"
• "Here's to a long and happy married life!"
• "Wishing you the best—today and always."
• "So happy to celebrate this special day with you both!"
• "Let the adventure begin!"
• " [We/I] wish for married life to bring all that you hoped for and more."
• "Warmest wishes for a fun-filled future together."
• "Wishing you a wonderful life together."
• "Congratulations!"
• "Best wishes for a fun-filled future together."
• "So honored to spend this happy occasion with you and your family."
• "It makes us so happy to see the two of you so happy."
• "So happy to be celebrating this special day with you both!"
• "Wishing you all the love and happiness in the world!"
• "We're so happy for you! Here's to a long and happy marriage!"
• "Today is just the beginning of the fun! Looking forward to celebrating this season with you."

These messages are short, sweet, and relaxed, perfect for a wedding card. You can also add a personal touch or an inside joke to make the message even more special.

Religious Wedding Wishes

Religious Wedding Messages

• "Remember the promises you made today and keep God at the center of your relationship."
• "When two are married, God becomes the bond between them. Let no man separate what God has joined."
• "Love God first, and it will be easier to love your spouse second. Your marriage will be strong because you are both strong in your faith."
• "Congratulations on this beautiful and lovely occasion! May the Good Lord give you a wonderful life together!"
• "As you unite today in marriage as Christians, I wish you both an eternity of love and happiness together. I pray that Jesus shines his light upon you."
• "You are a beautiful couple and will be a blessing to each other! May God look upon you kindly."
• "May God bless your marriage together with lots of love and joy."
• "Congratulations on your nuptials. May God bless you with His Love, His Wisdom, and His Guidance."
• "Mazel Tov on your marriage!"
• "May God grant you all of life's blessings and love's joys."
• "As Christians, we know that we are sinners, and that still God loved us. Keep this fact in mind in your marriage to help you stay humble and love unconditionally."
• "Marriage is about trusting, sacrificing, and forgiving. Jesus is the ultimate role model for how to behave in your marriage."
• "God bless you both on this day with a lifetime of shared love and joy."
• "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding."
• "May love always be at the center of your soul, for it is the Good Lord's greatest gift. Best wishes for a long and happy life together. Congratulations."

Religious Wedding Greetings

• "May God bless you both as you embark on your exciting new journey together!"
• "What God has joined, let us celebrate!"
• "God's love will be the binding that keeps your marriage strong."
• "Put your trust in God's guidance, and you will be blessed with a lifetime of happiness."
• "May your lives, now joined, walk together hand in hand with God."
• "Our prayers are for your eternal happiness, and may the love of God remain with you always."
• "As you join in holy matrimony, I wish you both an eternity of great memories and endless love. God's light will shine upon you."
• "As you become one in the eyes of Christ, we send you our fondest wishes."
• "Sending our happiest wishes to you as you begin your new lives together. God has so many exciting things planned for your future together."
• "God's guidance will never let you down. Follow the path He lays before you, and trust in His will as you begin your exciting journey as man and wife."

Holy Marriage Blessings

• "May the blessing of God grant you years of happiness by each other's sides."
• "God bless this marriage, and may the love you feel today only grow as you spend your life together."
• "On this special day, may God's blessing guide and lead you through life, together as one."
• "May His blessings grant you an abundance of love and happiness."
• "Your love for each other is clear to all, and I pray your lives are filled with untold joy. May the Lord bless you and your union."
• "Your faith is what will see you through tough times. You have put your lives in the hands of God, and He will keep you strong."
• "May God bless you, your marriage, and your future lives together."
• "May your trust in God bless you with a lifetime of true happiness."
• "God's love is eternal, and He will always be with you as you rejoice in your love for each other."
• "Without God, there is no love. From Him, all love flows. May He bless your marriage and your lives as one."

Wedding Wishes for Friends

• "I'm so happy to call you both my friends. Congratulations!"
• "Of all the big life events we've celebrated over the years, today tops the list. Congrats!"
• "Thank you for inviting me to share this day with you and your family. Best wishes."
• "We're so thrilled to celebrate this wonderful day with you both."
• "Best wishes for a long and happy life together."
• "May you bring each other as much happiness as your friendship has brought to my life—and more!"
• "We've had so many laughs together! May you always make each other find humour and happiness in the little things."
• "Here's to love and friendship!"
• "Congratulations to a wonderful friend and their new husband/wife/spouse."
• "Watching you take this step together fills me with pride. Congratulations!"
• "Cheers to love, laughter, and happily ever after!"
• "May your marriage bring as much happiness to your life as our friendship has brought to mine."
• "You make each other shine brighter. Cheers to finding your forever."
• "I can't think of anyone more deserving of happiness than you, my friend. I can't wait to see what life has in store for the happy couple. Congrats!"
• "I hope the years ahead are filled with nothing but hugs and kisses, my friend, because no one deserves happily ever after more than you!"
• "May your love continue to grow with every kiss."
• "Congratulations! Pinky promise it's appropriate."
• "I hope your journey together is full of joy. Enjoy this special time!"
• "Best wishes to you both on this special day, and enjoy your time away from email!"
• "If there's one thing that's the same about work and marriage, it's that teamwork makes the dream work. Congratulations!"
• "Congratulations on your merger! You are officially about to upgrade from 'I' to 'we,' and we couldn't be happier for you."

Wedding Wishes for Family

• "Congratulations on your marriage and welcome to the family!"
• "We're so happy to welcome a new family member. Best wishes to you both!"
• "We're so happy [name] has found 'The One.' Welcome to the family!"
• "We're delighted to share this day with you both."
• "May your love story continue with each and every passing year."
• "What a wonderful day for our family, and especially you two. May the joy you feel today last a lifetime."
• "Today, we add one more member to our family and we couldn't be happier. Best wishes to you both in this next chapter."
• "What a wonderful addition to our family. We're so happy to share in your celebration. Congratulations!"
• "We couldn't be happier to call you both family. Best wishes for a long and happy future together."
• "We love you both. Thanks for letting us share in your celebration!"

Wedding wishes can be formal or casual, religious, funny, or inspirational. They can also be tailored to specific family members, such as siblings, parents, or children. Here are some more general examples:

• "Congratulations on your wedding day and best wishes for a happy life together!"
• "Your wedding day may come and go, but may your love forever grow. Congratulations to the perfect couple!"
• "May your marriage be filled with all the right ingredients: a heap of love, a dash of humour, a touch of romance, and a spoonful of understanding. May your joy last forever. Congratulations!"
• "Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness."
• "May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy."
• "Best wishes on this wonderful journey as you build your new lives together."
• "Congratulations on a beautiful beginning to married life."
• "May your joining together bring you more joy than you can imagine."
• "Thank you for letting us share in this joyful day. We wish you all the best as you embark on this wonderful union."
• "Wishing you joy, love, and happiness on your wedding day and as you begin your new life together."

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