The Priest presents the bride and groom each with a lighted candle, which they hold throughout the service. The candles reflect the lighted lamps of the five wise maidens of the Bible who were able to receive Christ the Bridegroom because their lamps had been prepared with enough oil. The light of the candles symbolize the light of Christ, and the spiritual willingness of the couple to receive Christ, who is with them, and blesses them, throughout this Sacrament and their future lives together.

Provided by Mr. and Mrs. Spyridon Meares.