The Perfect Christian Wedding Invitation Wording

A Christian wedding invitation should set the tone for the celebration and convey the couple's values. It is the first opportunity for the couple to share their religious hopes and dreams for their marriage with their guests. The invitation should include the host line, the request line, the action line, the date and time, the venue, the reception, and the dress code. It can also include bible verses, religious quotes, or meaningful messages.

Bible verses to include

A Bible verse on a wedding invitation is a great way to personalise it and share your faith with your guests. Here are some suggestions for Bible verses to include on a Christian wedding invitation:

Bible Verses About Love

• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away." - 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
• "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." - Ephesians 4:2
• "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." - 1 Corinthians 13:13
• "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." - 1 Peter 4:8
• "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us." - 1 John 4:18-19
• "Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favour and a good name in the sight of God and man." - Proverbs 3:3-4
• "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." - Ephesians 5:25
• "My beloved is mine and I am his; he browses among the lilies." - Song of Songs 2:16
• "God is love, and whoever dwells in love dwells in God." - 1 John 4:16
• "I have found the one whom my soul loves." - Song of Songs 3:4
• "This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you." - John 15:12

Bible Verses About the Future

• "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11
• "Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20
• "Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established." - Proverbs 16:3
• "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." - Matthew 6:33
• "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:31
• "The Lord says, ‘I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.'" - Psalm 32:8

Bible Verses About Blessings

• "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace." - Numbers 6:24-26
• "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." - Romans 15:13
• "Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul." - 3 John 1:2
• "Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate." - Mark 10:9

Wording ideas

The wording of a Christian wedding invitation should convey the couple's religious values and set the tone for the ceremony. Here are some ideas to consider:

Requesting the Honour of Their Presence

Phrases such as "request the honour of your presence" indicate a formal religious ceremony in a church. This can be combined with other lines to emphasise the couple's Christian faith:

• "Hosts request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their children [bride and groom] as they seek God's blessing on their union."
• "Together with Christ, we are as one."
• "We invite you to worship with us as we join together in the Lord Jesus Christ and ask for His presence in our new life together in marriage on [date] at [venue]."

Including Bible Verses or Religious Quotes

Adding a meaningful Bible verse or religious quote is a great way to personalise a Christian wedding invitation. Some options include:

• "I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine." (Song of Solomon 2:16)
• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud... Love never fails." (1 Corinthians 13:4-8)
• "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." (Ephesians 4:2)
• "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." (1 Corinthians 13:13)
• "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." (1 Peter 4:8)

Using Faithful Language

The following examples showcase how to incorporate traditional Christian wording into the invitation:

• " [Bride and Groom], together with [hosts], invite you to share in their joy as they are united in the Lord Jesus Christ on [date] at [venue]."
• "In the spirit of Christian joy, [Bride and Groom] will vow their lives to one another. We invite you to join us in asking God's blessing upon this holy union at [time] at [venue]."

Catholic Wedding Invitations

If a Nuptial Mass will take place during the wedding ceremony, the invitation can indicate this with wording such as:

• " [The hosts] request the honour of your presence at the Nuptial Mass at which [Bride and Groom] will be united in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony."
• " [The hosts] invite you to share in their joy at the Nuptial Mass uniting [Bride and Groom] in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony."

Honour and presence

Requesting the Honour of Your Presence

This phrasing is a traditional and formal way to indicate that the wedding will be a religious ceremony in a church. It is often used in conjunction with specific language referencing God or Jesus Christ. Here are some examples:

• " [Hosts] request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their children [Bride] and [Groom] as they seek God's blessing on their union."
• "Together with their families, [Bride] and [Groom] request the honour of your presence as they exchange wedding vows and commit their lives to each other in Christ."
• "The honour of your presence is requested at the marriage of [Bride] and [Groom]."

Using Variations of "Honour" and "Presence"

You can also use variations of these phrases to convey a similar sentiment:

• " [Hosts] request the honour of your attendance at the marriage of their daughter [Bride] to [Groom]."
• "The pleasure of your company is requested at the wedding of [Bride] and [Groom]."
• "We invite you to share in our joy and request the honour of your company at the marriage of our children [Bride] and [Groom]."

If you prefer a more modern or casual style, you can adapt the wording while still conveying the same sentiment:

• "We invite you to celebrate with us as [Bride] and [Groom] are united in marriage."
• "Join us as we exchange our wedding vows and request the honour of your presence at the marriage of [Bride] and [Groom]."
• "With joy, we invite you to witness the marriage of [Bride] and [Groom] and request your presence at this blessed event."

Remember that the wording you choose should reflect the tone and style of your wedding, and don't be afraid to add personal touches to make your invitations unique and meaningful.

Design and layout

The design of your wedding invitation should reflect the event and your wishes as a couple. The wording and layout should complement each other, so if you're including a lot of text, choose a clean and simple design with plenty of space.

There are many templates available for Christian wedding invitations, ranging from text-heavy designs decorated with religious quotes and faith-based messaging, to simpler layouts featuring flowers or greenery. You can also design your own invitation from scratch.

• Damask flourishes: This design features elegant touches like damask flourishes, perfect for a formal church ceremony. You can customise the colours and add raised foil for extra glamour.
• Arched picture frame: This all-in-one invitation opens up to reveal an arched picture frame at the top, where you can upload a photo of you and your partner. The rest of the invitation can include traditional Christian wedding details, such as the name and address of the church.
• Graceful Wreath: This design features a circle of branches that can represent Christian faith and eternal life. It's ideal for couples who see their commitment as a lifelong union.
• Bold blooms: A central theme of big, bold flowers can be an elegant and eye-catching choice. You can use it as inspiration for floral decorations at your ceremony or reception venue.
• Enchanted Crown: This design features colourful flowers in shades of pink, blush, and white, with sprigs of greenery and buds. The stately font used for the majority of the text makes the scripted names stand out.
• Painted Majesty: This romantic invitation combines traditional elements with a touch of contemporary art, using swoops of colour. You can replace the "reception to follow" script with a religious quote or Bible verse.
• Darling Digest: This design features a soft grey colour and a cross shape joining the couple's initials and names, making it ideal for a religious wedding while still appealing to minimalists.
• Monogram Bloom: This light and airy design features simple sprigs of flowers, reminiscent of a boutonniere, adding a romantic touch.
• Cross My Heart: This design features two heart-shaped arrows in a perpendicular arrangement, representing both the couple coming together and a religious undertone.
• Eternal Love: This template has graceful lettering and a clean, crisp background, making it easy to personalise while still beautiful as-is.

Remember, the most important thing is to choose a design that reflects your personality and the spirit of your union.

Additional information

Bible Verses

The inclusion of Bible verses is a great way to personalise your wedding invitation. Here are some examples:

• "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away." – 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
• "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." – Ephesians 4:2
• "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love." – 1 Corinthians 13:13
• "Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony." – Colossians 3:14
• "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." – 1 Peter 4:8
• "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because He first loved us." – 1 John 4:18-19
• "I am my beloved's, and my beloved is mine." – Song of Solomon 2:16
• "Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot wash it away." – Song of Solomon 8:7
• "I have found the one whom my soul loves." – Song of Solomon 3:4
• "Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favour and a good name in the sight of God and man." – Proverbs 3:3-4

Quotes

If you would like to include a quote instead of, or as well as, a Bible verse, here are some ideas:

• "Love is the voice under all silences, the hope which has no opposite in fear; the strength so strong mere force is feebleness: the truth more first than sun, more last than star…” – E.E. Cummings
• "To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with." – Mark Twain
• "We love the things we love for what they are." – Robert Frost
• "I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly and then all at once." – John Green
• "You don’t find love, it finds you. It’s got a little bit to do with destiny, fate, and what’s written in the stars." – Anais Nin
• "It was only a sunny smile, and little it cost in the giving, but like morning light it scattered the night and made the day worth living." – F. Scott Fitzgerald

Wording

• "God has blessed us with love and friendship."
• "Each of us alone is incomplete, together with Christ we are as one in this there shall be joy."
• "God gives life as a chance to give love..."
• "Two lives united in friendship, two friends united in love, one love united in Christ."
• "God has led two lives to take one path."

Other Information

It is also important to include the following information on your wedding invitation:

• The name and address of the venue (usually the church)
• The date and time of the ceremony
• Any specific instructions regarding attire or requests from the church
• The names of the hosts (usually the couple's parents, but it could also be the couple themselves)
• The couple's names
• The wedding website address

Frequently asked questions