The following verses are recommended for the Large Text candle, or any personal large verse.
Wedding
BM1
To My Bridesmaid (or name)
There's a miracle of Friendship that dwells within the heart. And you don't know how it happens or where it gets its start. But the happiness it brings you always gives a special lift. And you realize that friendship is life's most precious gift.
Thank you for being a part of our special day! (optional)
WD1
To [Mom][Dad]
[My Parents}
On My Wedding Day
"Thank you" is not enough to say for all you've done all my life to bring me to this moment.
Your love, caring and sacrifice were sometimes taken for granted.
I want you to know that I cherish every thought, word and deed. Your love and support are the greatest gifts I'll ever receive. I have learned so much from you.
WD2
Thank you Lord for the love you have given us.
We will do our very best to put you first always.
To be grateful everyday no matter what the day brings.
To believe that every joy we experience is truly a gift from you. To care for each other the way you care for each of us.
To choose everyday to be one in marriage, to choose everyday to love each other.
WD4
To My Sister On My Wedding Day
Once upon a time,
a long time ago
God gave a blessing to me, a sister
the best friend my heart will ever know.
A sister shares your life
when you’re young and growing up
you can’t choose a sister
like you choose a friend to love.
But when you get older
you choose the friends in your life
and if I looked the world over
you’re still the one I’d choose to be mine.
Memorial
MEM3
Those we love must someday pass beyond our present sight... Must leave us and the world we know without their radiant light. But we know that like a candle their lovely light will surely shine to brighten up another place more perfect... more divine. And in the realm of Heaven where they shine so warm and bright. Our loved ones live forevermore in God’s eternal light.
In Loving Memory, name (optional)
MEM4
When I must leave you for a little while please do not grieve and shed wild tears and hug your sorrow to you through the years but start out bravely with a gallant smile; and for my sake and in my name live on and do all things the same, feed not your loneliness on empty days, but fill each waking hour in useful ways, reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer and I in turn will comfort you and hold you near; and never, never be afraid to die, for I am waiting for you in the sky!
In Loving Memory, name (optional)
Mom
MOM1
A Wonderful Mother
God made a wonderful mother,
A mother who never grows old.
He made her smile of the sunshine,
And He molded her heart of pure gold.
In her eyes He placed bright shining stars,
In her cheeks, fair roses you see.
God made that wonderful mother,
And He gave that dear mother to me.
MOM3
I Love You Mom!
Mom's smiles can brighten any moment,
Mom's hugs put joy in all our days,
Mom's love will stay with us forever
and touch our lives in precious ways...
The values you've taught,
the care you've given,
and the wonderful love you've shown,
have enriched my life
in more ways than I can count.
I Love you Mom!
MOM4
To My Mother
For all the times you gently picked me up,
When I fell down,
For all the times you tied my shoes
And tucked me into bed,
Or needed something
But put me first instead.
For everything we shared,
The dreams, the laughter,
And the tears,
I love you with a "Special Love"
That deepens every year..
MIL
Mother-In-Law
You are the Mother I received
The day I wed your son,
I just want to thank you, Mom,
For the loving things you've done.
You've given me a gracious man
With whom I share my life -
You are his lovely mother,
And I'm his lucky wife.
You used to pat his little head,
And now I hold his hand -
You raised in love a little boy,
Then gave to me the man.
Dad
DAD1
To Dad With Love
Some things will always be in style
Good solid things like honesty, and trust and
caring about people.
It's qualities like these that keep us aware of
who we are
And what we can give to life.
It's qualities like these, Dad, that you've
taught me to value,
through your influence, your example, and
your love.
It has made me love your very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my dad
Daughter
DAU1
Our Daughter
A special little girl God gave us one day,
You were placed into our arms for us to lead your way.
The love we had for you right from the start,
Has grown so much and now it completely fills our hearts.
Our lives have had some laughter,
We've had our share of tears.
But God has given each their place,
With the passing of the years.
You stand before us now and it's hard to understand,
How God has turned our little girl into such a fine young woman.
But this one thing remember as you open each new door.
That as much as we do love you, [Name], God still loves you more.
Sister
SIS1
Sister
We ran and played and shared our toys...
How I remember childhood joys.
We shared a home with Mom and Dad...
These memories now make me glad.
I looked to you when times were bad...
You saw my face when it was sad.
We see each other less these days, but...
You'll be close to me always.
I've loved you Sister from the start...
The ties that bind are in the Heart.
Grandmother
GR
Grandma’s House
I found some things at Grandma’s house,
Some things both fine and rare;
Some memories,
some sympathy,
A gift of time to share.
Inside a book, I found a faith
To last me through the years,
And on a shelf, I found myself;
In photos, souvenirs.
But, what I found at Grandma’s house
That meant the most to me,
Were loving moments she would give
And those . . . most tenderly
Policeman Prayers
POL1
Policeman's Prayer
When I start my tour of duty God,
wherever crime may be,
As I walk the darkened streets alone,
let me be close to thee.
Please give me understanding
with both the young and old.
Let me listen with attention
until their story's told.
Let me never make a judgment
in a rash or callous way.
But let me hold my patience,
let each man have his say.
Lord if some dark and dreary night,
I must give my life,
Lord with your everlasting love
protect my family and my wife.
POL2
A Police Officer's Prayer
Lord, I ask for courage
Courage to face and conquer my own fears.
Courage to take me where others will not go.
I ask strength
Strength of body to protect others,
And strength of spirit to lead others.
I ask for dedication
Dedication to my job, to do it well,
Dedication to my community, to keep it safe.
Give me, Lord, concern for those who trust me,
And compassion for those who need me.
And please, Lord, through it all,
Be at my side.
Military Prayers
MLT1
Dear God,
This prayer Lord that I say tonight is for our troops who all must fight. These are the troops that we all love and so I pray dear Lord above, please keep them safe while they’re away, and bring them home to us someday.
Name, rank (optional)
MLT2
Dear God,
This prayer is not for ours alone, but for all military far from home. I ask You to keep them safe and sound on their way to where they’re bound. We love them all that are asked to fight so keep them safe for us tonight.
Name, rank (optional)