STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOR OLDER COUPLES
A Journey of Love, Faith, and Surrender
INTRODUCTORY PRAYER
Husband and Wife Together:In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Husband:Lord Jesus, as we walk this Way of the Cross together, we recognize in Your suffering the trials and joys of our own journey. Through the years, we have faced moments of great happiness and deep sorrow, of strength and weakness, of peace and struggle.
Wife:At times, we have carried each other, and at times, we have fallen beneath the weight of life’s burdens. As we meditate on Your passion, help us embrace the crosses of aging, to love more deeply, and to walk the rest of our journey together with faith and gratitude.
Husband and Wife Together:Lord, be with us as we pray. Amen.
FIRST STATION: JESUS IS CONDEMNED TO DIE
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:There are moments in our marriage when we feel the weight of judgment—misunderstood by each other, criticized by others, or burdened by our own regrets. Harsh words spoken in anger, old wounds left unhealed, and disappointments we carry in silence can create barriers between us.
Husband:Yet, Jesus, You stood before Pilate without defending Yourself, accepting injustice with patience and trust in the Father’s plan. You did not hold onto resentment or demand justification. Teach us, Lord, to let go of past hurts, to forgive as You forgave, and to embrace each other with mercy rather than judgment.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, free our hearts from bitterness and pride. Help us to see one another with love, to forgive as You forgave, and to walk forward together in peace. Amen.
SECOND STATION: JESUS TAKES UP HIS CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Lord, as we grow older, new crosses appear—aches and pains that slow us down, the loss of abilities we once took for granted, and the uncertainties of what lies ahead. These burdens can feel heavy, and at times, we may struggle to accept them.
Wife:Yet, You, Jesus, did not resist Your cross; You embraced it with love, knowing it was part of the Father’s plan. Teach us to carry our burdens together, not with resentment, but with patience and trust. May we see in our struggles not just trials, but opportunities to love each other more deeply, to serve one another with kindness, and to grow in faith.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the grace to carry our crosses side by side, trusting that You walk with us. Strengthen our love so that no burden feels too heavy when we bear it together. Amen.
THIRD STATION: JESUS FALLS FOR THE FIRST TIME
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Lord, throughout our years together, we have stumbled many times. We have let impatience get the better of us, spoken words we later regretted, and allowed misunderstandings to wound the love we share.
Husband:But love is not measured by never falling—it is measured by our willingness to rise again. Just as You, Jesus, got back up after Your first fall, teach us to stand up after our failures, to seek and offer forgiveness readily, and to begin again with hearts renewed by grace.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, when we fall, remind us that love is stronger than our mistakes. Help us to rise, to love, and to continue walking this journey together with faith and humility. Amen.
FOURTH STATION: JESUS MEETS HIS MOTHER
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Amid Your suffering, Jesus, You looked into the eyes of Your mother, Mary—the one who had loved You from the very beginning. She could not take away Your pain, but she remained by Your side, offering the strength of her presence and the tenderness of her love.
Wife:Lord, through the years, we too have stood by each other in times of illness, grief, and uncertainty. We have held one another close when words were not enough. In Mary, we see the love we are called to share—a love that does not waver, a love that endures both in moments of joy and in seasons of sorrow.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the strength to stand by each other always, just as Mary stood by You. May our love be steadfast, our presence a source of comfort, and our faith a foundation that carries us through every trial. Amen.
FIFTH STATION: SIMON HELPS JESUS CARRY HIS CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Lord, how many times have we carried each other? Through sickness, sorrow, and the trials of life, we have leaned on one another for strength. There have been days when one of us was weak, and the other became a source of support.
Husband:Thank You, Lord, for the gift of a companion on this journey. Just as Simon helped You carry Your cross, may we never hesitate to share in each other’s burdens. Teach us to give help with humility and to receive it with grace, knowing that love is found in both the giving and the accepting.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, may we always bear one another’s burdens with tenderness and selfless love, walking together in faith. Amen.
SIXTH STATION: VERONICA WIPES THE FACE OF JESUS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:A small gesture—a cloth offered in kindness—yet in that moment, it brought comfort to Your weary soul. Veronica could not take away Your suffering, but she did what she could, offering love in the simplest of ways.
Wife:Lord, help us to see the power of small acts of love in our own marriage—a gentle touch, a kind word, a moment of patience and understanding. May we never overlook the little ways we care for each other, for it is often in these small gestures that love is most deeply felt.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, help us to cherish and express our love daily, not only in grand moments, but in the quiet, simple ways that sustain and strengthen our bond. Amen.
SEVENTH STATION: JESUS FALLS THE SECOND TIME
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:As the years pass, we feel the weight of time pressing upon us. Our bodies grow weary, our steps are slower, and burdens that once seemed light now feel heavier. Some days, even love feels exhausting, stretched thin by the demands of aging, worries about the future, and the reality of life’s changes.
Husband:Yet, Jesus, You fell again, and still, You rose. You remind us that love is not about never stumbling but about choosing to rise again, again, and again. You teach us that perseverance is an act of faith, that even in weakness, love endures. Help us to lean not just on our own strength, but on You—and on each other.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, when we are weary and feel the weight of life’s burdens, give us the grace to rise again. May our love be a reflection of Your love—a love that never gives up. Amen.
EIGHTH STATION: JESUS MEETS THE WOMEN OF JERUSALEM
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Jesus, even in the midst of Your suffering, You noticed the sorrow of the women who wept for You. Instead of focusing on Your own pain, You comforted them, reminding them of what truly mattered. In marriage, we are called to do the same—to listen, to care, and to lift each other up in times of sorrow.
Wife:Over the years, we have shared many joys, but we have also endured losses—parents, friends, and perhaps even children. Grief has touched our hearts, and sometimes words fail us. Lord, help us to console one another with our presence, to bear each other’s burdens with tenderness, and to hold fast to the promise of eternal life.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, may we always be a source of comfort and strength for one another. In moments of sadness, remind us that love endures beyond this life and that our hope is in You. Amen.
NINTH STATION: JESUS FALLS THE THIRD TIME
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Another fall, Lord. There are days when the weight of life feels unbearable—declining health, the challenges of aging, and the uncertainty of what lies ahead. Sometimes, we wonder how much more we can endure.
Husband:Yet, Jesus, You did not stay down. Despite the exhaustion, the pain, and the weight of the cross, You found the strength to rise again. Help us to do the same—to lean on You and on each other, to find hope even in difficulty, and to continue this journey with love and faith.
Husband and Wife Together:Lord, when we feel overwhelmed, remind us that Your grace is always enough. Give us the strength to persevere, to lift each other up, and to walk forward together, trusting in You. Amen.
TENTH STATION: JESUS IS STRIPPED OF HIS GARMENTS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Jesus, as You stood before the crowd, stripped of Your garments, You experienced the pain of being exposed, vulnerable, and humiliated. In this moment, we are reminded of the struggles that come with aging—the loss of independence, the fading of certain abilities, and the changing roles we once held with pride.
Wife:Yet, even in that moment of deep vulnerability, You never lost Your dignity. You still belonged completely to the Father, wrapped in His love. Help us to trust that, even as we face the challenges of growing older, we are never diminished in Your eyes. We are still cherished, still valued, still deeply loved.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the grace to accept the changes that come with aging, not with fear, but with faith. May we find peace in knowing that our worth is not in what we do, but in who we are—Your beloved children. Amen.
ELEVENTH STATION: JESUS IS NAILED TO THE CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Jesus, as the nails pierced Your hands and feet, You could no longer move freely. Your strength was taken, Your body bound to the cross. There are times in our lives when we, too, feel trapped—by age, by illness, by circumstances beyond our control. We struggle with the loss of what we once could do.
Husband:Yet even on the cross, You did not stop loving. You forgave, You reached out, You gave hope. Help us to see that no matter our limitations, our love still has purpose. Our presence, our prayers, our kindness—all these still matter. In every season of life, we can reflect Your love.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, teach us to embrace even our limitations as opportunities to love and serve in new ways. May we never forget that our worth is not in what we can do, but in who we are—Your beloved. Amen.
TWELFTH STATION: JESUS DIES ON THE CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Lord, as You breathed Your last, You entered into the deepest suffering—separation, loss, and the silence of death. One day, one of us will have to say goodbye to the other. That thought is the heaviest cross we will bear, a sorrow too great to imagine.
Wife:Yet, Your death was not the end—it was the beginning of something greater. Love did not perish on the cross; it was fulfilled. Help us to live each day with the hope of resurrection, knowing that the love we share is not bound by time but is eternal in You. One day, beyond all sorrow, we will be reunited in Your embrace.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the grace to cherish every moment we have, to love without hesitation, and to trust in Your promise of eternal life. May we face the future with faith, knowing that in You, no goodbye is ever final. Amen.
THIRTEENTH STATION: JESUS IS TAKEN DOWN FROM THE CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Mary held You in her arms one last time, her heart breaking yet full of love. There comes a time in every life when we must let go, entrusting those we love into the Father’s hands. It is never easy, but love teaches us that surrender is not the end—it is a doorway to grace.
Husband:Jesus, help us to cherish the time we have together, to truly see and appreciate one another, and to be fully present in each moment. Let us not take a single day for granted, but instead live with gratitude, knowing that all we have is a gift from You.
Husband and Wife Together:Lord, when the time comes to say goodbye, help us to do so not in despair, but in faith and love, trusting that in You, no love is ever lost, and no goodbye is ever forever. Amen.
FOURTEENTH STATION: JESUS IS LAID IN THE TOMB
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:The tomb seemed like the end, a place of silence and sorrow. But it was not. In our marriage, we have faced moments that felt like endings—illness, loss, struggles that tested us. Yet, You remind us that every Good Friday is followed by Easter Sunday, that beyond every darkness, light will shine again.
Wife:Jesus, may we never lose hope. When life feels heavy, when we face trials that seem too great to bear, help us to trust that You are not finished writing our story. And when the day comes when we rest in our own tomb, may we awaken to eternal joy in Your presence, where love never ends.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, may the love we share in this life continue into eternity, where we will be united forever in You. Amen.
PETITIONS
Husband:Lord, we come before You with hearts open, placing our deepest prayers in Your hands.
Wife:For the gift of our marriage, that it may continue to grow in love, patience, and faith, drawing us ever closer to You.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
Husband:For couples facing illness, loss, or the pain of loneliness, that they may find strength in You and comfort in each other.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
Wife:For the wisdom to cherish each moment we are given, to love fully, and to recognize the blessings in our everyday lives.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
Husband and Wife Together:For all those who feel forgotten or unloved in their later years, that they may experience the warmth of human kindness and the tenderness of Your care.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Husband and Wife Together:Our Father, who art in heaven,hallowed be Thy name.Thy kingdom come,Thy will be done,on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread,and forgive us our trespasses,as we forgive those who trespass against us,and lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from evil.Amen.
CLOSING PRAYER
Wife:Lord Jesus, as we journey through life together, may we never lose sight of what truly matters—faith, love, and the hope of eternity with You.
Husband:Teach us to embrace each day as a gift, to speak words of kindness, to hold each other close, and to trust in Your plan, even when we do not understand it. May our love continue to grow—not in perfection, but in the grace of knowing we are held by You.
Wife:When the road feels uncertain, give us the peace to accept what we cannot change. When our strength fades, remind us that love is more than what we can do—it is who we are, and who we are becoming in You.
Husband and Wife Together:And when our journey on this earth is complete, may we be reunited in Your heavenly kingdom, where love never fades, and joy has no end.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
INTRODUCTORY PRAYER
Husband and Wife Together:In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Husband:Lord Jesus, as we walk this Way of the Cross together, we recognize in Your suffering the trials and joys of our own journey. Through the years, we have faced moments of great happiness and deep sorrow, of strength and weakness, of peace and struggle.
Wife:At times, we have carried each other, and at times, we have fallen beneath the weight of life’s burdens. As we meditate on Your passion, help us embrace the crosses of aging, to love more deeply, and to walk the rest of our journey together with faith and gratitude.
Husband and Wife Together:Lord, be with us as we pray. Amen.
FIRST STATION: JESUS IS CONDEMNED TO DIE
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:There are moments in our marriage when we feel the weight of judgment—misunderstood by each other, criticized by others, or burdened by our own regrets. Harsh words spoken in anger, old wounds left unhealed, and disappointments we carry in silence can create barriers between us.
Husband:Yet, Jesus, You stood before Pilate without defending Yourself, accepting injustice with patience and trust in the Father’s plan. You did not hold onto resentment or demand justification. Teach us, Lord, to let go of past hurts, to forgive as You forgave, and to embrace each other with mercy rather than judgment.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, free our hearts from bitterness and pride. Help us to see one another with love, to forgive as You forgave, and to walk forward together in peace. Amen.
SECOND STATION: JESUS TAKES UP HIS CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Lord, as we grow older, new crosses appear—aches and pains that slow us down, the loss of abilities we once took for granted, and the uncertainties of what lies ahead. These burdens can feel heavy, and at times, we may struggle to accept them.
Wife:Yet, You, Jesus, did not resist Your cross; You embraced it with love, knowing it was part of the Father’s plan. Teach us to carry our burdens together, not with resentment, but with patience and trust. May we see in our struggles not just trials, but opportunities to love each other more deeply, to serve one another with kindness, and to grow in faith.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the grace to carry our crosses side by side, trusting that You walk with us. Strengthen our love so that no burden feels too heavy when we bear it together. Amen.
THIRD STATION: JESUS FALLS FOR THE FIRST TIME
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Lord, throughout our years together, we have stumbled many times. We have let impatience get the better of us, spoken words we later regretted, and allowed misunderstandings to wound the love we share.
Husband:But love is not measured by never falling—it is measured by our willingness to rise again. Just as You, Jesus, got back up after Your first fall, teach us to stand up after our failures, to seek and offer forgiveness readily, and to begin again with hearts renewed by grace.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, when we fall, remind us that love is stronger than our mistakes. Help us to rise, to love, and to continue walking this journey together with faith and humility. Amen.
FOURTH STATION: JESUS MEETS HIS MOTHER
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Amid Your suffering, Jesus, You looked into the eyes of Your mother, Mary—the one who had loved You from the very beginning. She could not take away Your pain, but she remained by Your side, offering the strength of her presence and the tenderness of her love.
Wife:Lord, through the years, we too have stood by each other in times of illness, grief, and uncertainty. We have held one another close when words were not enough. In Mary, we see the love we are called to share—a love that does not waver, a love that endures both in moments of joy and in seasons of sorrow.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the strength to stand by each other always, just as Mary stood by You. May our love be steadfast, our presence a source of comfort, and our faith a foundation that carries us through every trial. Amen.
FIFTH STATION: SIMON HELPS JESUS CARRY HIS CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Lord, how many times have we carried each other? Through sickness, sorrow, and the trials of life, we have leaned on one another for strength. There have been days when one of us was weak, and the other became a source of support.
Husband:Thank You, Lord, for the gift of a companion on this journey. Just as Simon helped You carry Your cross, may we never hesitate to share in each other’s burdens. Teach us to give help with humility and to receive it with grace, knowing that love is found in both the giving and the accepting.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, may we always bear one another’s burdens with tenderness and selfless love, walking together in faith. Amen.
SIXTH STATION: VERONICA WIPES THE FACE OF JESUS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:A small gesture—a cloth offered in kindness—yet in that moment, it brought comfort to Your weary soul. Veronica could not take away Your suffering, but she did what she could, offering love in the simplest of ways.
Wife:Lord, help us to see the power of small acts of love in our own marriage—a gentle touch, a kind word, a moment of patience and understanding. May we never overlook the little ways we care for each other, for it is often in these small gestures that love is most deeply felt.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, help us to cherish and express our love daily, not only in grand moments, but in the quiet, simple ways that sustain and strengthen our bond. Amen.
SEVENTH STATION: JESUS FALLS THE SECOND TIME
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:As the years pass, we feel the weight of time pressing upon us. Our bodies grow weary, our steps are slower, and burdens that once seemed light now feel heavier. Some days, even love feels exhausting, stretched thin by the demands of aging, worries about the future, and the reality of life’s changes.
Husband:Yet, Jesus, You fell again, and still, You rose. You remind us that love is not about never stumbling but about choosing to rise again, again, and again. You teach us that perseverance is an act of faith, that even in weakness, love endures. Help us to lean not just on our own strength, but on You—and on each other.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, when we are weary and feel the weight of life’s burdens, give us the grace to rise again. May our love be a reflection of Your love—a love that never gives up. Amen.
EIGHTH STATION: JESUS MEETS THE WOMEN OF JERUSALEM
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Jesus, even in the midst of Your suffering, You noticed the sorrow of the women who wept for You. Instead of focusing on Your own pain, You comforted them, reminding them of what truly mattered. In marriage, we are called to do the same—to listen, to care, and to lift each other up in times of sorrow.
Wife:Over the years, we have shared many joys, but we have also endured losses—parents, friends, and perhaps even children. Grief has touched our hearts, and sometimes words fail us. Lord, help us to console one another with our presence, to bear each other’s burdens with tenderness, and to hold fast to the promise of eternal life.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, may we always be a source of comfort and strength for one another. In moments of sadness, remind us that love endures beyond this life and that our hope is in You. Amen.
NINTH STATION: JESUS FALLS THE THIRD TIME
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Another fall, Lord. There are days when the weight of life feels unbearable—declining health, the challenges of aging, and the uncertainty of what lies ahead. Sometimes, we wonder how much more we can endure.
Husband:Yet, Jesus, You did not stay down. Despite the exhaustion, the pain, and the weight of the cross, You found the strength to rise again. Help us to do the same—to lean on You and on each other, to find hope even in difficulty, and to continue this journey with love and faith.
Husband and Wife Together:Lord, when we feel overwhelmed, remind us that Your grace is always enough. Give us the strength to persevere, to lift each other up, and to walk forward together, trusting in You. Amen.
TENTH STATION: JESUS IS STRIPPED OF HIS GARMENTS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Jesus, as You stood before the crowd, stripped of Your garments, You experienced the pain of being exposed, vulnerable, and humiliated. In this moment, we are reminded of the struggles that come with aging—the loss of independence, the fading of certain abilities, and the changing roles we once held with pride.
Wife:Yet, even in that moment of deep vulnerability, You never lost Your dignity. You still belonged completely to the Father, wrapped in His love. Help us to trust that, even as we face the challenges of growing older, we are never diminished in Your eyes. We are still cherished, still valued, still deeply loved.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the grace to accept the changes that come with aging, not with fear, but with faith. May we find peace in knowing that our worth is not in what we do, but in who we are—Your beloved children. Amen.
ELEVENTH STATION: JESUS IS NAILED TO THE CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Jesus, as the nails pierced Your hands and feet, You could no longer move freely. Your strength was taken, Your body bound to the cross. There are times in our lives when we, too, feel trapped—by age, by illness, by circumstances beyond our control. We struggle with the loss of what we once could do.
Husband:Yet even on the cross, You did not stop loving. You forgave, You reached out, You gave hope. Help us to see that no matter our limitations, our love still has purpose. Our presence, our prayers, our kindness—all these still matter. In every season of life, we can reflect Your love.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, teach us to embrace even our limitations as opportunities to love and serve in new ways. May we never forget that our worth is not in what we can do, but in who we are—Your beloved. Amen.
TWELFTH STATION: JESUS DIES ON THE CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:Lord, as You breathed Your last, You entered into the deepest suffering—separation, loss, and the silence of death. One day, one of us will have to say goodbye to the other. That thought is the heaviest cross we will bear, a sorrow too great to imagine.
Wife:Yet, Your death was not the end—it was the beginning of something greater. Love did not perish on the cross; it was fulfilled. Help us to live each day with the hope of resurrection, knowing that the love we share is not bound by time but is eternal in You. One day, beyond all sorrow, we will be reunited in Your embrace.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, give us the grace to cherish every moment we have, to love without hesitation, and to trust in Your promise of eternal life. May we face the future with faith, knowing that in You, no goodbye is ever final. Amen.
THIRTEENTH STATION: JESUS IS TAKEN DOWN FROM THE CROSS
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Wife:Mary held You in her arms one last time, her heart breaking yet full of love. There comes a time in every life when we must let go, entrusting those we love into the Father’s hands. It is never easy, but love teaches us that surrender is not the end—it is a doorway to grace.
Husband:Jesus, help us to cherish the time we have together, to truly see and appreciate one another, and to be fully present in each moment. Let us not take a single day for granted, but instead live with gratitude, knowing that all we have is a gift from You.
Husband and Wife Together:Lord, when the time comes to say goodbye, help us to do so not in despair, but in faith and love, trusting that in You, no love is ever lost, and no goodbye is ever forever. Amen.
FOURTEENTH STATION: JESUS IS LAID IN THE TOMB
We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You.Because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.
Husband:The tomb seemed like the end, a place of silence and sorrow. But it was not. In our marriage, we have faced moments that felt like endings—illness, loss, struggles that tested us. Yet, You remind us that every Good Friday is followed by Easter Sunday, that beyond every darkness, light will shine again.
Wife:Jesus, may we never lose hope. When life feels heavy, when we face trials that seem too great to bear, help us to trust that You are not finished writing our story. And when the day comes when we rest in our own tomb, may we awaken to eternal joy in Your presence, where love never ends.
Husband and Wife Together:Jesus, may the love we share in this life continue into eternity, where we will be united forever in You. Amen.
PETITIONS
Husband:Lord, we come before You with hearts open, placing our deepest prayers in Your hands.
Wife:For the gift of our marriage, that it may continue to grow in love, patience, and faith, drawing us ever closer to You.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
Husband:For couples facing illness, loss, or the pain of loneliness, that they may find strength in You and comfort in each other.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
Wife:For the wisdom to cherish each moment we are given, to love fully, and to recognize the blessings in our everyday lives.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
Husband and Wife Together:For all those who feel forgotten or unloved in their later years, that they may experience the warmth of human kindness and the tenderness of Your care.R/. Lord, hear our prayer.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Husband and Wife Together:Our Father, who art in heaven,hallowed be Thy name.Thy kingdom come,Thy will be done,on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread,and forgive us our trespasses,as we forgive those who trespass against us,and lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from evil.Amen.
CLOSING PRAYER
Wife:Lord Jesus, as we journey through life together, may we never lose sight of what truly matters—faith, love, and the hope of eternity with You.
Husband:Teach us to embrace each day as a gift, to speak words of kindness, to hold each other close, and to trust in Your plan, even when we do not understand it. May our love continue to grow—not in perfection, but in the grace of knowing we are held by You.
Wife:When the road feels uncertain, give us the peace to accept what we cannot change. When our strength fades, remind us that love is more than what we can do—it is who we are, and who we are becoming in You.
Husband and Wife Together:And when our journey on this earth is complete, may we be reunited in Your heavenly kingdom, where love never fades, and joy has no end.
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.