Priest takes selfie with couple during holy matrimony

yinka ogunlami

September 9, 2015 10:41 AM

The couple got the idea from a family member and were not so sure the priest was going to agree.

Swedish Priest, Reverend John Liljeblad took a selfie a couple during their only matrimony.

The priest who was reported to have never held a selfie stick was surprised when the couple asked him if he could take a selfie with them during the ceremony.

According to ‘The Local’ The couple got the idea from a family member and were not so sure the priest was going to agree.

In an interview with The Local, the priest said he didn't know the photo would go viral, and that everyone was a bit nervous.

"The bride was very excited and said it would be a very nice moment in the wedding," The Priest told The Local.

Everyone was a bit nervous in the church but when I took the photo it became less tense and people cheered and it was like everyone exploded with happiness." he said.

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