God, in Your Divine wisdom and solicitude for mankind,
You instituted marriage for the continuation of the human race
and for the mutual earthly and eternal happiness of men and women.
Be so kind as to bless the homes of our beloved country.

Give to the manhood of the nation,
who share in Your Divine fatherhood,
a fuller understanding of the dignity and responsibility of their calling.
Make them careful providers,
gentle protectors,
and shining examples of Christian virtue in their homes.

Give to the women of America a true realization
of the dignity and purpose of motherhood.
Let the beautiful example of Your most holy Mother
inspire them with a deep loyalty
and constant devotion to their homes.

May the life of Your Divine Son inspire a spirit of love,
respect, and obedience in the souls of our children.

Grant that fathers, mothers,
and children may in their souls have charity,
which is the bond of perfection.
May the peace of Christ reign in their hearts and homes,
so that, instructed by the example of Your Holy Family,
they may be received by You into their eternal home,
through Christ our Lord.

Amen.