RC Brides: Custom of giving flowers to Mary

Hi there,

As far as I know, the custom is done during a Catholic Nupitual Mass immediately after the vows(the church people will know exactly when).

The cantor or singer sings some version of 'Ave Maria' while the Bride and Groom present a bouquet at the statue of Mary and pray for a bit.


This acts honors Mary as the Mother of Jesus, and also as someone who was once a Bride with many hopes and dreams herself! Personally, I think it's very cool that we have a chance to honor a fellow woman at our ceremony!