How to Have Wedding Rings Blessed Before Ring Exchange

The ring exchange is a beautiful part of the wedding ceremony. Rings are a lasting symbol of the vows and commitment you pledge to each other. They tell the outside world that you are committed to each other.

Instructions

1. Talk to the minister or priest performing your wedding ceremony. The rings are typically blessed just before they are exchanged.

2. Choose what you want the officiant to say during the ring blessing. They often talk about the symbolism of the ring. There are standard blessings for the Catholic, Jewish, Protestant and contemporary couples.

3. Consider making up your own ring blessing. Just like you personalize your wedding vows, you can personalize the ring blessing. Talk about the how the ring symbolizes your commitment to each other.

4. Ask a priest or minister to bless your rings beforehand if you're having a service at city hall or another non-traditional venue. It's relatively common place for them to bless crucifix necklaces. They can also bless your wedding rings turning them into a sacramental symbol.

Tips & Warnings

• If you're renewing your vows, you can use the same wedding rings or new ones. The priest or minister will bless whichever you choose to present.

Resources

• Wedding Rings blessing
• Hebrew wedding blessings
• Catholic wedding culture