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Hymns to be sung at
the Wedding Mass of
Anushika & Niroshamal.
Two hearts, one love
two promises, one covenant
two lives, made one in Christ.
Eleventh day of August
in the Year Two Thousand and Seven
at half past four in the afternoon.
All Saints Church, Borella.
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Arrival of Bridegroom - (Please stand)
The Wedding
Arrival of Bride - (Please stand)
Bridal Chorus
Entrance Hymn
The voice that breathed o’er Eden
The voice that breathed o’er Eden
The voice that breathed o'er Eden, that earliest wedding-day,
The primal marriage blessing, it hath not passed away.
Still in the pure espousal of Christian man and maid
The Triune God is with us, the threefold grace is said.
Be present, loving Father, to give away this bride.
As Thou gav'st Eve to Adam, a helpmeet at his side.
Be present, Son of Mary, to join their loving hands
As Thou didst bind two natures, in thine eternal bands.
Be present, Holiest Spirit, to bless them as they kneel, as thou
for Christ, the Bridegroom, the heavenly Spouse dost seal.
Oh, spread Thy pure wing o'er them, let no ill power find place
When onward to Thine altar their hallowed path they trace.
To cast their crowns before Thee, in humble sacrifice,
Till to the home of gladness, with Christ's own Bride they rise.
To Father, Son, and Spirit, eternal One and Three,
As was and is forever, all praise and glory be.
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Reflection
At this moment, we ask that you remember,
that a wedding is no mere ceremony;
Something real and wonderful is to be done
here, and done by God Himself.
Your prayers, if prayed thoughtfully, will be
the best wedding gift you can give;
Pray that this couple may be happy on this,
their Wedding Day, and be given grace to
carry out their task of creating a Christian home.
Pray above all, that their love may be unending.
Recitation
(Lighting the candles).
(Lighting the candles).
As Anushika & Niroshamal, light the two candles at the
alter symbolizing two individuals, brought up in two
Christian homes, of two different family backgrounds
& traditions; we meditate the uniqueness in each of them.
Let us thank God, for being with them at every turn
in their lives, and making his light shine on them.
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First reading
(Please be seated)
(Please be seated)
Corinthians 13: 1-13
Responsorial hymn
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
When I feel afraid, and think I’ve lost my way.
Still, you’re there right beside me.
Nothing will I fear as long as you are near;
Please be near me to the end.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
I will not forget your love for me and yet,
My heart forever is wandering.
Jesus by my guide, and hold me to your side,
And I will love you to the end.
Nothing will I fear as long as you are near;
Please be near me to the end.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
And a light unto my path.
You’re the light unto my path.
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The Gospel Acclamation (Please stand)
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
Reading of the Holy Gospel.
Homily (Please be seated)
Worshiping Parents
Le Kiri Karala
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Rite of Marriage (Please stand)
(Exchange of Holy Vows of Matrimony)
Exchange of Rings
Showers of Blessings
There shall be showers of blessings
There shall be showers of blessings
This is the promise of love;
There shall be seasons refreshing,
Sent from the saviour above.
Showers of blessings,
Showers of blessings we need:
Mercy drops round us are falling,
But for the showers we plead.
There shall be showers of blessings,
Precious reviving again;
Over the hills and the valleys,
Sound of abundance of rain.
There shall be showers of blessings:
Oh, that today they might fall,
Now as to God we’re confessing,
Now as on Jesus we call!
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Recitation (Lighting the Unity candle)
The lighting of the unity candle, signifies the new life,
this young couple has just begun.
They are no longer two, but One – One in Christ,
one in heart and One in mind.
Their lives are now joined by the eternal bonds
which no man can separate.
Prayers of the faithful (Please stand)
Response: Lord here our prayer.
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Offertory (Please be seated)
In bread we bring you Lord
In bread we bring you Lord our bodies’ labour
In wine we offer you our spirits grief
We do not ask you Lord who is my neighbour.
But stand united now one in belief
For we have gladly heard, your word your holy word.
And now in answer lord, our gifts we bring
Our selfish hearts make true, our failing faith renew
Our lives belong to you, our Lord and king
The bread we offer you, is blessed and broken
And it becomes for us, our spirit’s food
Over the cup we bring, your word is spoken
Make it your gift to us, your healing blood
Take all that daily toil, plant in our heart’s poor soil
Each hopeful dream, the chances we have missed
The graces we resist, Lord in thy Eucharist
Take and redeem.
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The Great Amen
The Lords prayer (Please Stand)
Millennium Prayer
Our Father who art in Heaven,
Our Father who art in Heaven,
Hallowed be Thy name.
Thy Kingdom come.
Thy will be done,
on earth as in Heaven.
Give us today our daily Bread.
And forgive our sins, as we forgive each one of those
Who sins against us.
And lead us not to the time of trial,
But deliver us from evil.
For thine is the Kingdom, the power and the glory.
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Communion Hymn (Please be seated)
Mama Nuba Kisi Da
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There’s a new world somewhere
There’s a New World Somewhere
There’s a New World Somewhere
There’s a new world somewhere they call the Promised Land;
And I’ll be there someday if you will hold my hand;
I still need you there beside me, no matter what I do;
For I know I’ll never find another you.
There is always someone for each of us they say,
And you’ll be my someone, forever and a day;
I could search the whole world over, until my life is through,
But I know I’ll never find another you.
It’s a long, long journey, so stay by my side,
If I walk through a storm, you’ll be my guide,
Be my guide...
If they gave me a fortune, my treasure would be small;
I could lose it all tomorrow, and never mind at all;
But if I should lose your love, dear, I don’t know what I’d do,
For I know I’ll never find another you!
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Final Hymn
On this day oh beautiful mother.
On this day O Beautiful Mother
On this day we give Thee our love
Near thee Madonna fondly we hover
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
On this day we ask to share,
Dearest Mother thy sweet care
Aid us ere our feet astray
Wander from thy guiding way
On this day O Beautiful Mother
On this day we give Thee our love
Near thee Madonna fondly we hover
Trusting thy gentle care to prove.
Queen of angels deign to hear
Lisping children’s humble pray'r
Young hearts gain O Virgin pure
Sweetly to thyself allure
On this day O beautiful Mother,
On this day we give Thee our Love
Near Thee Madonna fondly we hover
Trusting thy gentle care to prove
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Registration of Marriage.
Power of your love.
Wedding March
(Please remain in seats until couple walks out).
(Please remain in seats until couple walks out).
For your gracious presence on this day,
For the prayers you offered for us today,
To one and all who’re gathered here,
Our parents and we offer,
Our grateful thanks sincere.
For the prayers you offered for us today,
To one and all who’re gathered here,
Our parents and we offer,
Our grateful thanks sincere.
- Anushika & Niroshamal -
