In my heart, Oh Lord, did my love grow for this person You know and cherish. It is You Who placed them on my path, just like you created Eve to keep company to Adam. I thank You for this gift, it fills me with an unspeakable joy, and I am drawn closer to You: God, You are Love incarnate. With Your help, I understand the true value of this life you graced me with.

Do not let me waste the love You infused in my heart: teach me that love is a grace, it cannot stand selfishness; love is pure, it cannot stand corruption; love is fruitful, it must lead us to a new way of life.

Lord, I pray You: For this person, who is waiting and thinking of me. For this person, who hopes in a future with me. For this person, who will walk by my side on this pilgrimage on earth. Make us worthy of one another: may we each incarnate a true support.

Help us prepare for our marriage and all the responsibilities of our engagement. May our minds govern our bodies as we share this love.

Amen.