The Marriage of Carmen and Pierre

We've been waiting for this day for a long time and it finally came!

On Friday afternoon we drove out to St. Nicholas Parish

to attend the wedding of my youngest niece.

It so happened, we arrived at the church about the same time as my brother

proudly chauffeuring his only daughter to the ceremony.

I had to fight back tears of joy as it felt like a bonus little window into this special day.

Pierre walked his parents down the aisle, at the end of which they embraced 

and shared some private words and a prayer. 

The groomsmen lined up at the front and the bridesmaids came down the aisle.

Pierre's nieces as little princesses.

There are no words that fully express the wishes of

a parent for their child on this special day . . .

But I can imagine.

At the end of the aisle a stop to hug her mom and her step mom.

It was the first Catholic wedding and communion service for us,

 allowing us a glimpse into another way of expressing one's devotion to God. 

Rev Father John, made everyone feel welcome and comfortable 

by explaining the significance of what was transpiring

throughout the ceremony.

He had a short meditation, encouraging the young couple to take God's Word 

into their home and out into  the world.

The music was beautiful and familiar . . .

a mixture of old and new . . .

Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

to Hillsong United's Oceans 

. . . so beautiful with the cello.

Vows were exchanged . . .

and the registry was signed.

For the first time, Mr and Mrs de Flouriot de la Coliniere.

Writing it out and maybe I will remember.

Permissions given . . .

And the first kiss.

Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders
Let me walk upon the waters
Wherever You would call me
Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander
And my faith will be made stronger
In the presence of my Savior.

Hillsong United - Oceans - Where Feet May Fail

Posted with much love for those in the family who could not be there.