Wishing For A Wedding Invite? Here's How To Get One

When you receive a wedding invitation from your friends or loved ones, it is customary to send a congratulatory message wishing the couple well. This message can be short and sweet, and should express your heartfelt feelings and best wishes for their future together. It is also an opportunity to share your enthusiasm for their special day and let them know you are thinking of them. Whether you are attending the wedding or not, it is important to send a card or letter to the couple, congratulating them on their marriage and offering your sincere well wishes.

Congratulatory messages for the couple

Congratulatory messages are a great way to express your happiness and enthusiasm for the couple on their wedding day. Here are some ideas for congratulatory messages for the couple:

Formal Wedding Wishes

• May the years ahead be filled with love and joy.
• May your love grow stronger each and every passing year.
• Thank you for letting us share in your special day. We wish you all the happiness in the world.
• Here's to a lifetime full of happiness and love.
• May today mark the first of the rest of your life, filled with love and fellowship.
• Wishing you well as you embark on this next chapter of life. Cheers!
• May your marriage be filled with trust, respect, and love, but above all else, may it be filled with abundant joy.

Casual Wedding Wishes

• Congratulations!
• Best wishes for a fun-filled future together.
• 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.
• It's a joy to celebrate your love.
• So honoured to spend this happy occasion with you and your family.

Religious Wedding Wishes

• "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." – 1 Corinthians 13:13
• "No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us." – 1 John 4:12
• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." – 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
• "Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate." – Mark 10:9
• "Be devoted to one another in love. Honour one another above yourselves." – Romans 12:10

Funny Wedding Wishes

• It's time for you to eat, drink, and finally be married!
• It's all fun and games until you have to build a piece of furniture together.
• You only get to annoy one person for the rest of your life! Congrats!
• Signed, sealed, and delivered... and no returns!
• If you discover the secret to a happy marriage, please let me know!
• Congratulations on convincing yourself to settle down!

Heartfelt Wedding Wishes

• May your love bloom brighter and your companionship grow sweeter with each passing year. Congratulations on your wedding.
• Wishing both of you a world of happiness and joy on your wedding day.
• 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!
• Your wedding day may come and go, but may your love forever grow. Congratulations to the perfect couple!
• Congratulations to a beautiful couple. Wishing you a wonderful journey as you build your new life together.
• Through the storms of life, may your love for one another be steadfast and strong. Wishing you joy and happiness on your wedding day. Congratulations!

Well-wishes for the future

Formal 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."
• "May today be the beginning of a long, happy life together."
• "May the love and happiness you feel today shine through the years."

Casual Wishes

• "Wishing you lots of love and a lifetime of happiness."
• "Here's to a long and happy married life!"
• "Let the adventure begin!"
• "Wishing you a wonderful life together."
• "Wishing you the best—today and always."
• "So happy to celebrate this special day with you both!"

Inspirational Wishes

• "Your love inspires me—here's to my favourite couple."
• "You've come so far and your future together is so bright. Happy wedding day."
• "Talk about the wedding of the century! Same time next year for your anniversary?"
• "I can't wait to see how the rest of your love story unfolds."
• "May every day together see your love grow deeper."
• "Today is just the beginning, it gets even better."
• "Thanks for giving me an example of what true love is."
• "You shine so bright together."

Religious Wishes

• "May your marriage be blessed!"
• "Wishing you a marriage as strong as your faith."
• "Sending you prayers for unending love and happiness."
• "Love is the greatest blessing."
• "God bless you both on this day with a lifetime of shared love and joy."

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."
• "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 [his/her/their] new [husband/wife/spouse]."
• "Watching you take this step together fills me with pride. Congratulations!"

Wishes for Family

• "Congratulations on your marriage and welcome to the family!"
• " [We're/I'm] 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 added 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/I'm] so happy to share in your celebration. Congratulations!"
• " [We/I] 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!"

Religious blessings

Bible Verses

Including Bible verses in your wedding wishes adds a touch of spiritual depth and significance, infusing your messages with timeless wisdom and divine blessings. Here are some examples:

• "There are three things that matter most: faith, hope, and love, and the greatest of these is love." (1 Corinthians 13:13)
• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." (1 Corinthians 13:4-5)
• "May your marriage be as strong as your faith."
• "May God grant you all of life's blessings and love's joys."
• "Love God first and it will be easier to love your spouse second."

Prayers

Including Christian prayers in a wedding card is a beautiful way to invoke divine favour upon the couple's union. Here are some examples:

• "Heavenly Father, we come before you on this joyous occasion, grateful for the love that binds [Name] and [Name] together. Bless their union, O Lord, and grant them the strength to walk hand in hand, united in faith, hope, and love. Amen."
• "Lord Jesus, we thank you for the love that [Name] and [Name] share and we pray that your blessings may rest upon their marriage. May their home be a haven of peace, filled with your presence and grace. Amen."
• "Loving Father, we lift up [Name] and [Name] to you, asking that their love may continue to grow and flourish each day. May they always cherish and honour one another, reflecting your love in all they do. Amen."

Christian Wedding Wishes

These wishes are a way to offer spiritual guidance and support as the couple embarks on their journey together. Here are some examples:

• "May your marriage be blessed!"
• "Wishing you a marriage as strong as your faith."
• "Sending you prayers for unending love and happiness."
• "Love is the greatest blessing."
• "God bless you both on this day with a lifetime of shared love and joy."
• "May your marriage be fulfilling and filled with His grace."
• "May God bless your plans and actions."
• "May your lives be filled with every blessing from God on high."
• "May you choose wisely how to honour these blessings and share them with those in need."

Advice for the future

If you are unable to attend the wedding, it is important to let the couple know as soon as possible. Send a letter or card to express your congratulations and well wishes for their future together. You can also send a gift or contribute to their cash registry fund as a thoughtful gesture. Here are some additional tips for writing your message:

• Keep it short and sweet: A simple "congratulations" or "best wishes" is often enough. You can also add a personal touch by mentioning how happy you are for them or how much you admire their relationship.
• Add a meaningful quote or poem: Include a quotation or poem about love and marriage to make your message more impactful. You can find many examples online or in books of quotations.
• Offer future hopes and advice: Share your hopes for the couple's future happiness and success. If you are married yourself, you can also offer some gentle advice based on your own experience.
• Apologize for not attending: If you are unable to attend the wedding, be sure to apologize and let them know that you are thinking of them on their special day.
• Propose getting together after the wedding: Suggest meeting up to view photographs and hear all about the wedding after the couple returns from their honeymoon. This will show that you are still interested in celebrating with them, even if you can't be there on the day.
• Mention specific details: If you are writing to a close friend or family member, you can include more personal details in your message. For example, you might mention how long you have known the bride or groom and how happy you are to see them find love.
• Add a touch of humour: Depending on your relationship with the couple, you might include a light-hearted joke or two in your message. Just be sure that your humour is appropriate and won't be misinterpreted.

Remember, the most important thing is to convey your happiness for the couple and wish them all the best for their future together.

Apologies for not attending

It is always disappointing to have to decline a wedding invitation, and it's important to let the couple know as soon as possible. Here are some ideas for "apologies for not attending" a wedding:

• "I'm really sorry I can't make it to your wedding. I hope you understand, and I know you will have a wonderful day."
• "I feel so bad that I'm not able to make your wedding, but I hope you know I wouldn't miss it unless something very important came up. I'll be with you in spirit."
• "I'm so sorry to let you down, but something urgent has come up, and I can't get out of it. My apologies, and I wish you a truly special day."
• "I had already made plans for your wedding day, and unfortunately, I can't change them. Sending my best wishes for a wonderful celebration."
• "I'm sad to say that we've had a family emergency, and I need to be with my loved ones. I promise to make it up to you, though!"
• "I'm so disappointed that I won't be there to celebrate with you. I hope my awesome wedding gift will help make up for it!"
• "I'm sure your wedding will be amazing, and I'm really sorry I won't be there. Wishing you a happy future together."
• "Thank you for inviting me to your wedding, but unfortunately, I am unable to attend. You deserve a wonderful day, and I hope it's everything you dreamed of and more."
• "I'm super disappointed that I had already made plans for your wedding day. I can't wait to see the photos, though! Congratulations!"

Remember, it's essential to express your sadness about missing the wedding and to offer a sincere apology. You can also mention that you will do your best to make it up to them. If possible, send your message as soon as you know you can't attend, and consider including a brief note with your thoughts and well wishes for the couple.

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