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28 couples say “I Do” at the altar in Myanmar on Valentine Day

By RVA Kachin Lisu News Service | February 16, 2022
On February 14, 28 couples joined in the holy sacrament of matrimony in Aung Nan Cathedral in the diocese of Myitkyina, Myanmar. But due to Covid Pandemic and political situation, many couples missed the opportunity to tie the knot. Although some couples are already married according to the common law (traditional way), they are yet to celebrate it in a church setting.
28 couples got married in Myanmar on Valentine's Day. ( Photo: RVA Kachin Lisu Service)

On February 14, 28 couples joined in the holy sacrament of matrimony in Aung Nan Cathedral in the diocese of Myitkyina, Myanmar. But due to Covid Pandemic and political situation, many couples missed the opportunity to tie the knot. Although some couples are already married according to the common law (traditional way), they are yet to celebrate it in a church setting.

The parish priest of Myitkyina, Father John La Raw, the parish priest of Myitkyina, said that there were such group weddings in the parish before Covid 19. This was the first time couples came together to celebrate their marital vows after the pandemic disrupted social interactions.

But Father John La Raw had tested positive for Covid-19 and could not preside at the ceremony.

Father Peter Malang Nawng Maw, an associate priest of Myitkyina, and Father Peter Naw Lawt, Spiritual Director of St. Patrick’s Intermediate Seminary, celebrated the twenty-eight couples' wedding mass.

Father Peter Lawt acknowledged that "there are many reasons that they (the couples) haven't been married in the church. Some are poor that can't afford the costs."

"One might generally think if a man and woman fall in love, everything is already OK. But it is not. Imitating the Holy Family of Jesus, one should put Christ as head of the family. It is a real Christian family. A family is where grace is flowing," Father Peter Lawt told RVA News.

On February 14, 28 couples joined in the holy sacrament of matrimony in Aung Nan Cathedral in the diocese of Myitkyina, Myanmar. But due to Covid Pandemic and political situation, many couples missed the opportunity to tie the knot. Although some couples are already married according to the common law (traditional way), they are yet to celebrate it in a church setting.
Valentine's Day weddings in Myanmar. (Photo: RVA Kachin Lisu Service)

The entire church compound was brimming with brides and bridegrooms on Valentine’s Day.

“This is an unforgettable day for me because I got the chance to get married on this special day, Valentine’s Day, together with numerous other couples,” said Mary, one of the brides.

A catechist, Paul confessed it was an incredible feeling to marry on that occasion.

“It is amazing to marry on this day. I have been worried and thirsty for this sacrament because Covid-19 was a big obstacle for us. Now it is really happening. Thank be to God,” he exclaimed.

With inputs from Chwar Thar

On February 14, 28 couples joined in the holy sacrament of matrimony in Aung Nan Cathedral in the diocese of Myitkyina, Myanmar. But due to Covid Pandemic and political situation, many couples missed the opportunity to tie the knot. Although some couples are already married according to the common law (traditional way), they are yet to celebrate it in a church setting.
A priest blesses 28 couples in the sacrament of matrimony in Myanmar on Valentine's Day. (Photo: RVA Kachin Lisu Service)
 

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