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Catholic Wedding Vows Examples

Catholic Wedding Vows are meaningful promises exchanged during a wedding ceremony. They express love, commitment, and intention, and can be adapted to different styles, beliefs, and personal stories.

Below are carefully selected Catholic Wedding Vows examples to inspire your own vows. Each example can be personalized to reflect your relationship, values, and voice.

1

I take you for my lawful wife/husband.

I take you for my lawful wife/husband, to have and to hold, from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, until death do us part....
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2

May the Lord bless us.

May the Lord bless us all the days of our lives. I promise to walk with you in the light of Christ, to raise our family in the faith, and to love you as Christ loves the Church....
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3

I do.

(Officiant: Do you take [Name] to be your wife/husband? Do you promise to be faithful to her/him in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, to love her/him and to honor her/him all the days of your life?) ...
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4

Receive this ring.

Receive this ring as a sign of my love and fidelity. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit....
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I take you to be my wife/husband.

I take you to be my wife/husband. I promise to be faithful to you in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, to love you and to honor you all the days of my life....
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Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re unsure how to write or personalize your vows, the questions below cover the most common concerns couples have.

What are wedding vows?

Wedding vows are personal promises couples make to each other during a wedding ceremony. They express love, commitment, and intentions for marriage, and can be traditional, modern, religious, or completely personal.

How long should wedding vows be?

Most wedding vows are between 1 and 2 minutes when spoken aloud, or about 100–150 words. This length keeps vows meaningful without feeling rushed or overwhelming.

How do you start wedding vows?

Many couples begin wedding vows by addressing their partner directly, sharing a brief reflection on their relationship, or expressing gratitude before moving into promises.

Can I use AI to write wedding vows?

Yes, AI can help generate ideas, structure, or wording for wedding vows. The best approach is to personalize the result so your vows reflect your real voice and emotions.

Need help writing your own Catholic vows?

Read our step-by-step guide to writing personalized vows that reflect your unique relationship and voice.

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