Catholic Wedding Gifts
If you want to avoid giving a Catholic couple household items for their wedding, giving them religious items can be a good idea. Sometimes, the bride and groom themselves overlook these necessary items and forget to include them in their registry. A Catholic wedding gift shows that you understand how important their faith is to them.
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Holy Bible
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Give the newlyweds a Holy Bible to serve as their guide in their Catholic faith. This gift can become a family heirloom. Consider giving the Bible as a shower gift so they can use it during the wedding ceremony if they wish. Some couples choose to include the blessing of the Bible together with the blessing of the wedding rings to signify their commitment not only with each other but also to God.
Crucifix
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Give the couple a crucifix they can place on the wall or bedside table. Crucifixes come in different styles, sizes and materials such as wood, silver, gold or crystals. Consider the couple's style and personality as well as the design of their starter home when choosing a crucifix.
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Religious Statues
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Consider religious statues to give to the bride and groom. Statues of Catholic saints and angels are available in religious stores as well as church souvenir shops. Find out if the couple is a devotee of a certain saint or angel. They will surely appreciate your gesture and would be more than happy to place the statue in their home.
Religious Jewelry
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Browse an array of religious jewelries and accessories to find something appropriate for the bride and groom. Charm bracelets, cross necklaces, rosary bracelets and rings, angel pins, and saint medals and brooches are available in different styles and materials that suit different personalities. Religious accessories are a good way for the couple to bring a symbol of their faith with them at all times while still keeping in style.
Inspirational Art
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Give the newlyweds framed inspirational art to hang on their wall. Inspirational art is available in paintings, cross-stitched pictures, graphic posters and other handmade wall art, usually with inspirational quotes or Biblical verses inscribed. This is a good gift to remind the couple of their faith, encourage them in daily challenges or to simply inspire them.
Candles
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Choose votive candles the couple can use during home worship. Decorative candles also double as home accessories that help create ambiance in their starter home.
Inspirational Quilt
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Buy or create your own quilted blanket, table spread or wall art. Choose a religious or inspirational design the couple would appreciate. This can eventually become an heirloom, when the family has shared enough wonderful memories together using your quilted present.
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