May you enjoy the gift of independence.
May you travel far and make brave choices.
May you find love within yourself,
In the arms of God,
And in the hearts of others.

I bless you in the name of Lucy,
Single and Whole,
Who refused to marry at the demands
of convenience and culture,
Proclaiming instead satisfaction with her singleness,
And in doing so lighting the way for others.

I bless you in the name of Valentine,
Brave and Kind,
Who brought marriage to those who desired it,,
Healing to those who needed it,
And hope to those
who forged the uncommon path.

I bless you in the name of God,
unwed but never alone.
I bless you in the name of Jesus,
friend to single women
and a bachelor in his story.
I bless you in the name of Holy Spirit,
she who bears the name Wisdom,
She who is our guide.