[Intro: TobyMac, Michael Tait, Billy Gaines, Ken Springs, Michael Tait, Todd Collins & TobyMac, Kurtis Blow]
Ah, yeah (Yeah)
Here we go! (Yo)
Kick it, T
Yo, man, E-Train is in the house (Yeah)
DC’s in the house (Ah, yeah)
K-Max is in the house (Ah, K)
And cold closin’ it out is DC’s own (Oh, definitely, play it)
One, two, three, four, hit it!
Word to the Father (To the Father)
Word to the Father (To the Father, Father)
Word to the Father (To the Father)
Word to the Father (Father)
[Verse 1: TobyMac]
We’re here to say word (Word) to the Father up in Heaven
A shout out loud (Hey) from me Mike, and Kevin
Some may wonder what we’re talkin’ about
When Word is heard, it’s like a church that shouts «Amen!»
It breaks down to approval
Those in the pews may find it unusual
We’re here to get them to loosen their collars
And use this to say word to the Father
[Chorus: Billy Gaines, Ken Springs, Michael Tait, Todd Collins & TobyMac, Trouble Funk]
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
[Break: TobyMac]
It’s like that, y’all; that, y’all; that, y’all; that, y’all
Better than that; it’s like that y’all
It’s like that, y’all; that, y’all; that, y’all; that, y’all
Better than that; it’s like that y’all, huh
[Verse 2: TobyMac]
Once again we’re here to drop some science
Standin’ up tall in the land of giants
Steadily keepin’ our message intact
And the truth is, it’s a matter of fact
That this goes out to the One we look to
Hopin’ that the message in our jam would hook you
Up in a hurry so that you could be locked in
This is a bond that you oughtta take stock in
[Refrain: Billy Gaines, Ken Springs, Michael Tait, Todd Collins & TobyMac, Kurtis Blow]
This is a shout out to Heaven
From Toby, Mike and Kevin
Straight up propers to the Papa
And can’t nobody stop us
‘Cause we’ll do this like Brutus
We told you we ain’t new to this
So jump on it like a hornet
And we got no other word than… (One, two, three, four, hit it!)
[Chorus: Billy Gaines, Ken Springs, Michael Tait, Todd Collins & TobyMac, Trouble Funk]
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
[Verse 3: TobyMac]
When DC talks, He works like this
I love rap music. Can I get a witness?
He’s doin’ new things so the children can live
Without the things of this world that only He can give
We need to talk it out, stop spinnin’ around
So let’s take it to the Lord if we’re Heavenbound
You see, time is tickin’ away so we gotta come harder
We’re tearin’ down walls with a word to the Father
[Bridge: Vicki Hampton, Chris Rodrigez, Mark Heimermann, Chris Harris, Lisa Rodrigez, Joe Hogue, Chris Hogue, Todd Collins, TobyMac, Michael Tait & Kevin Max, Kevin Max, Kurtis Blow]
God is always workin’ (Workin’)
Alleluia
God is always workin’ (Workin’)
Alleluia (One, two, three, four, hit it!)
[Chorus: Billy Gaines, Ken Springs, Michael Tait, Todd Collins & TobyMac, Trouble Funk]
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father (To the Father)
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father (To the Father)
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father (To the Father)
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
Word, say word to the Father
Above any other, say word to the Father (To the Father)
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
[Outro: Billy Gaines, Ken Springs, Michael Tait, Todd Collins & TobyMac, Michael Tait, Kevin Max, Trouble Funk]
Word to the Father (To the Father)
Word to the Father up above
Singin’ word to the Father (To the Father)
Word to the Father up above
I give my life to You
Word to the Father (To the Father)
In everything I do
Word to the Father
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
These words I sing to You
Word to the Father (To the Father)
This love I know will never end (End, end…)
Word to the Father (To the Father)
Pump, pump, pump, pump it up!
(It’s a trip. It’s got a funky beat, and I can bug out to it)
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It was supposed to be a joyous weekend. It was my daughter’s First Holy Communion. We were anticipating a nice party, celebrating this supernatural gift. But a few days before, I received a text message from a former colleague saying he had some news. A priest with whom we had worked announced he was leaving the priesthood. Despite his Holy Orders, he told everyone not to call him “father” anymore. I guess he saw himself more as a shop manager making a career change than an alter Christus.
I couldn’t quite figure out why I felt so grieved. I wasn’t particularly close to this priest, yet it honestly felt as if my father had just walked away and disowned the family.
I had had some concerns about his preaching and style of priesthood. He would always slide his collar to the side after Mass, as if it was a vestment. He would occasionally swear in homilies and drew more from song lyrics than the Sacred Scriptures. He once proudly told a group of high schoolers about when he went against Church teaching by knowingly giving Communion to a man in mortal sin.
His homilies were invariably the same. They reduced to the notion that Jesus loved us unconditionally and so we could accept our brokenness. Once we accepted ourselves, then we could accept the brokenness of others. This will change the world, he said, and we will finally be free from all expectations that would keep us down.
I often wondered how repentance, forgiveness, holiness, virtue, worship, and the sacraments fit within this primarily psychological view of salvation. In my view, his message of self-enlightenment and self-actualization had more in common with Gnosticism than Catholicism. That was a big part of my sorrow – that he never got the Catholic Faith.
His announcement was equal parts sad and appalling. He explained more or less that he never really understood the clerical priesthood and that he believed God was taking him deeper into his “authentic self.” And for this, he expected to be congratulated. He was just the latest in a culture of self-expressive individualism to self-identify. He assured us he still believed in everything he preached. I couldn’t help but think his gospel of self-acceptance made his own magisterium.
At least, I guess, he was consistent. Having regularly preached about how the point of the Christian life was feeling at home with oneself, he followed that logic right out of the priesthood which he just wasn’t feeling anymore.
As I prayed and ended up writing him, I came to appreciate afresh why we call a priest “father” and why the priesthood really is a sacrament requiring a solemn vow to God and to the Church.
I was so gutted by this priest’s abandonment of the priesthood because he was my spiritual father, even if I thought he was often wrong or didn’t have a personal connection with him like I have with other priests. As a priest he is a symbol of fidelity to Christ to all the faithful. As we laity daily struggle to live the Faith in a world full of temptations and disdain, as we anxiously try to raise our kids in such a way that they will take the Catholic Faith seriously, the priest is there leading the charge, inspiring us, and exemplifying through his faithfulness the possibility of our own.
How confident can we be in our Faith when the very man who gives it to us decides to quit? How am I supposed to tell my kids and students that crucifying our desires for holiness is worth it when the guy who hears our confessions says that the Catholic Faith is subject to one’s “authentic self”? It is a real gut-shot to those of us who are doing all we can to keep the Faith in a faithless world to see a priest trivialize the priesthood and reduce it to a career.
More significantly, like a father, a priest is there in the most intimate, vulnerable, and personal moments of our lives. What are we to think about his commitment to the seal of the confessional if he can’t keep his vow to God? How terrifying and demoralizing to think that a man you could entrust to hear your guilt and shame could be using your stories as party gossip a few weeks later.
Not just in the confessional, but also in the Mass, as he, like a father, admonishes us in the homily and then provides our very sustenance in the Holy Eucharist. He sees us as we adore our Lord. He senses our brokenness, our desperation. He encourages our eagerness. As we are there in prayer, agonizing over sin or giving thanks, it is his face that we see, it is his voice we hear.
The Catholic priest is not a guru or self-esteem coach, there to inspire or whisper sweet nothings in our ears. He truly is a mystical father who provides spiritual grace and wisdom that shapes our relationship to the Lord. For him to just throw up his hands and walk away is more than a slap in the face; it is a betrayal on par with any father abandoning their family.
That Sunday, I went to Mass, intent on offering it for this priest, still wrestling with grief and anger over his abdication. The liturgy was executed with excellence and care, giving the faithful a clear sense that the Mass was worship. The altar was free from clutter or kitsch. Nothing was rushed or improvised. Everything was done with a sense of poise and purpose, dignity and decorum, elegance and eloquence.
At every name of Jesus, all the altar servers turned to the tabernacle and bowed in unison. This priest didn’t try to blur the line between himself and us, but at every point acted as though it was a holy duty to represent our prayers and offerings to the Lord and to offer us the Lord’s sacrifice that is our salvation.
The homily was on speaking prudently with charity. Ready for a rebuke about the things I had written to the “former” father, the Lord instead confirmed the rationale of my lament. The priest explained how St. Peter’s words applied to priests especially, because they are accountable to God for the care of souls.
He then warned us against putting more stock in podcasts and articles than in the teachings of the Church. With conviction, he firmly but calmly counseled us on the controversies of the day from the Vatican to the vaccine. He did not give us his own opinion or trendy theology, but the official teaching of the Church.
He then boldly declared, “I am your pastor! Not such and such Catholic celebrity, not such and such Catholic news site, not such and such scientist or expert, not such and such politician. I am the one who will answer to God for your soul. I am the one God appointed to teach you the faith of the Church.” It was like a father telling his children to listen to him.
My ten-year-old son said that it was the best homily he ever heard. I almost cried. Here was a pastor, a shepherd, a father. Someone who embraced his duty. Here was a priest who cared more about being faithful to Christ and His Church than being liked or dodging controversy. Here was someone who took his vow seriously and expected the grace of his ordination.
Afterwards he didn’t hide in the sacristy but went out as quickly as he always did to greet parishioners and make appointments for the week. Here was a father who was ready to take whatever may come for the sake of God and his family.
In this fatherless age, part of which consists of fathers refusing to grow up, we desperately need the fatherhood of the priest. We need priests who embrace their vocation whole heartedly. We need priests who understand that in the mystical body of Christ, they are our fathers, they are there as we are lie exposed to the Lord’s searching grace.
We need priests who recognize that they aren’t there to entertain or cheerlead but to be the father unafraid to instruct us in God’s goodness and truth. We need priests who think the Scriptures are more relevant and powerful to our lives than song lyrics, TV shows, sports, or politics.
We need priests who are in love with our Lord and confident in His Church. We need priests who are more fearful of being judged by the Lord than being disliked by their parishioners. We need fathers who won’t demean us by relaxing the fullness of the Gospel and the Church’s doctrine but will truly dignify us by demanding our goodness and holiness. In short, we need fathers who take seriously the great accountability they have to God and accordingly take responsibility for our souls.
Fathers, don’t try to be like the cool dad who parties with his kids. Don’t try to be like the laity. Don’t try to downplay the difference between the cultural and the supernatural. It is your priestly commitment to Christ that reminds us of the supernatural dimension of human life. It is your faithfulness to your vocation that inspires our faithfulness to ours. It is your clear exposition of the Scriptures and the Church’s teaching that helps us live our Faith. If you try to be like us, you’ll never be like our Savior, you’ll never feel comfortable in your vocation, and you’ll never gain our respect. We will call you “father,” but we won’t mean it.
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Our Father, Who art in the Heavens, hallowed be Thy name.
Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one1.
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Our Father, Which art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy Name.
Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth as it is in Heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil: for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever! Amen2.
1 Traditional Catholic version.
2 The 1662 Book of Common Prayer.
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Father’s Day Wishes: Trust me! Not even a thing matters more to your Father than hearing how much you admire him. And Father’s Day is undoubtedly the best opportunity to let him know. Our Father’s Day Wishes are right here to celebrate all the dads out there and all aspects of their roles as fathers. And we know that finding the exact words to express your emotions is tricky. Don’t worry! Below are some of our superb Father’s day wishes to get you started. We hope these emotional Father’s Day messages and quotes will give you ideas while you write to the great dads in your life!
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Happy Father’s Day! You mean everything to me. I love you so much!
Happy Father’s Day! May God always shower you with boundless happiness!
Happy Father’s Day to you, Dad! I always admire your composure, patience, and kindness!
Happy Father’s Day to all dads. It’s easy to be a father, but it takes much to become a dad.
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Happy Father’s Day to the best father in the universe. I love you!
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I am lucky to have you in my life. You are the best dad in the whole universe. I love you! Happy Father’s Day 2022!
No matter what my age is, I will always be your tiny little girl who loves you with her whole being. Happy Father’s Day, dad!
You never cared for yourself all your life. You have always put us first. And today is your day to celebrate you and everything you do! Happy Fathers Day!
To be a father is easy, but it takes a long way to become a dad. Happy Father’s Day to all dads!
Thanks to every father in the world for making this world a better place for us. Happy Father’s Day!
Fathers are real superheroes. They may not have superpowers but they always have a super heart and a super spirit. Happy Fathers Day to all Dads!
I know I never tell you this often. But I love you, dad.
Happy Fathers Day! You always made me feel special with your love and care!
Happy Father’s Day! You are the real superman. Thanks for everything you do.
Thanks for making all the sacrifices silently and working hard just to get us a better life! I love you, happy fathers day dad!
Happy Father’s day to you, Dad! Thank you for always taking my side in any argument and saving me from mom’s scolds until now! Love you!
Happy fathers day, daddy. May you receive much joy and stay blessed!
I’m a lucky daughter cause I’ve got a Dad so sweet that all my friends wish they had. Happy Fathers Day Papa!
Thank you for always being the shield that protects our family from sorrow and despair. Our kids must be feeling so blessed for having such a wonderful father. Happy Fathers Day, Husband!
Dear Dad, Happy Father’s Day! You have put every superhero on shame because you are stronger than Hulk and smarter than Ironman!
I can never Thank God enough for the best gift of my life. He made me the happiest by giving you as my Dad! Happy Fathers Day Daddy!
A father is always a guiding light to his children whose love shows the way. Happy Father’s Day.
Dear Papa, Happy Father’s Day to you. You may not be beside me today, but you are greatly alive in my heart with your love and support.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad. Whatever I am today is because of you, so I’m sure you are looking upon me from heaven right now and smiling down!
Your responsibility, guidance, and protection kept us united, made us strong, and taught us to stand tall above all. Happy Father’s Day to you!
Thanks for all the wonderful things you do that might not always be noticed. Happy Father’s Day!
This Father’s Day, I want to let you know that you’re a very special person in my life. You’ll always be my hero.
You sacrificed your good days to make our days bright, you struggled hard to make sure there’s always a smile on our faces. You deserve all the respect. Happy Father’s Day 2022!
When I needed you most, you were always there. You stood by me when everyone chose their sides. Thank you for always being there for me. Happy Fathers Day, dad.
Fathers Day Wishes For All Dads
There is no place safer than a father’s arms. Happy father’s day to all dads.
Cheers to all the dads who move heaven and earth for their families every day! #HappyFathersDay
Happy Father’s Day to the dads who sacrifice their good days to make ours best and spare no effort to put on a smile on our faces!
Happy Father’s Day to the heroes of the kids! Thank you for raising a beautiful next generation!
Happy fathers day to all fathers out there. It’s a tough job to be a dad, but there’s nothing more adorable!
Dads are heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, and singers. Happy Father’s Day to all amazing dads.
Being a good father takes so much more than giving birth and lets us appreciate every father’s efforts.
Let us celebrate all the fathers, their strength, and their sacrifices. Happy father’s day!
Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing Superdads of the world! Being a father is not easy, but you all sure handle it effortlessly!
Fathers never hesitate to go above and beyond to meet the family’s needs! Happy Father’s Day to them!
Dads are extraordinary humans who got the strength of a mountain, an infinite amount of love, and the patience of eternity. Happy Father’s Day to all dads!
Read: Thank You Messages for Dad
Fathers Day Messages From Daughter
Happy Fathers day! Behind every great daughter is a truly amazing dad.
Dad, thanks for making me feel like a princess in my entire life. You deserve a ton of respect. Wishing you all the happiness in the world on this special day!
No one can love a girl more than her father. Dad, you were always my hero and always will be. No one can replace you. Happy Father’s Day!
Being a daddy’s girl is like having permanent armor for the rest of your life. Happy Fathers Day, Dad!
One of the blissful gifts I could have ever asked for was you. Happy Father’s Day, daddy.
Dear Dad, thank you for raising me with resolve and patience, with care and regulations. I owe you so much! Happy Father’s Day!
Happy father’s day to my superhero. You’ve been the most amazing dad one can ever have and I’m the luckiest.
Dad, your support is all I need to conquer every difficulty in life. Happy father’s day.
You’ve provided me with everything a child can wish for and I’ll be grateful to you forever. Happy father’s day.
You are the true king of my heart. I love you so much. #HappyFathersDay dad!
I don’t need anyone to make me feel safe when you’re with me. I don’t need anyone to make me feel happy when you’re by my side. Happy Father’s Day.
Dear Dad, Happy Father’s Day! On this special occasion, I would like to thank you for always taking care of me and protecting me from every harm.
Happy Father’s Day to you! Since my childhood, you have been a hero in my eyes who worked so hard for the family. Thank you for everything!
Your love, care, and sacrifice made my life beautiful. Without you, I’d be so hopeless and incomplete. Happy Father’s Day, Papa.
You treated me like a princess but also taught me to fight like a warrior! Happy Father’s Day 2022!
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! Thank you for being my biggest supporter through all the trying times!
Wishing absolute happiness in the world to my dearest Father! Thank you, Papa, for just being you! I love you, and Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day Messages From Son
Dad! You will always be my hero, no matter what. I love you. Happy Father’s Day!
Dear Dad, you’re my superman, which makes me your super son! Happy Fathers Day!
I’m not the prince of the world, but I’m the prince of my father’s kingdom. Happy Father’s Day to my lovely dad. I feel blessed to be your son.
Happy Fathers Day! There is no unconditional love on earth greater than the love of a father to his son.
You’re the true hero from my childhood. Times may have changed but the things I have learned from you are both ageless and priceless. Happy Fathers Day!
Dad, you are the definition of a ‘good human’ and a ‘perfect father’ to me. I hope I can follow your path as well. Happy Father’s Day to you!
You are not only a father but also a mentor, a friend, and a counselor. Thank you for nurturing our bond so much! Happy Father’s Day!
Dear Father, Happy Father’s Day! You are the most inspiring figure in my life. Thank you for teaching me all the good values and practices.
Father! To me, you are the definition of inspiration, courage, and unconditional love. Happy Father’s Day, my old man.
Happy father’s day, dad. Thank you for teaching me everything I know and making me who I am.
Sons take their fathers as their role models; and I’m so proud to have the coolest role model ever!
You’ve been my best friend since my first day on earth and you’ll be the same till my last. Happy father’s day.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! You were the one who guided me through the thick and thin and inspired me to chase my dreams and ambitions!
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! Your compromises are never unheard of! I wish you abundant happiness!
I am proud to call you my father, Dad! Happy Father’s Day! I always look up to your ideals.
To the best man and the person who always got my back: Happy Father’s Day! One day is never enough to celebrate the man you are!
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Father’s Day Wishes for Husband
You’re the perfect example of how a father should be, and I deeply admire you. Happy father’s day, love.
I am blessed to be sharing life, love, and parenthood with an incredible man like you. Happy Father’s Day, Hubby.
My love, you have not only been the perfect husband to me but also a good father to our kids. Thank you for everything, Happy Father’s Day!
Dear, wishing a very Happy Father’s Day to you! Thank you for working relentlessly for the welfare of the family. We love you!
Happy Father’s Day, dear husband! The way you handle your job and also take care of us at home is marvelous! I am so proud of you!
No one sacrifices their happy moments for the family like you do. I love you. Happy Father’s Day!
You are always ready to go the extra mile to bring smiles on their faces. I feel very proud to be your wife and the mother of your children. Happy Father’s Day!
I am proud that our children have someone they can look up to and admire. Happy Father’s Day, dear.
Happy Father’s Day to the most loving husband and the coolest dad. Your kids and I love you.
The way you treat me makes me feel as peaceful as being under my father’s guidance. Happy father’s day.
As a husband, you have been amazing since the first day of our marriage. And, as a father to our child, you have been phenomenal. All the good wishes for you on this day!
I feel happiest when I see our little kids growing up with the same compassion and love you have. You are an amazing dad. Happy Father’s Day!
Read More: Father’s Day Messages For Husband
Fathers Day Quotes For Brother
Happy father’s day to you, brother. I love that I can always count on you.
As a father and as a brother, you’re the most wonderful a man can be. Happy father’s day.
I had told you before that you would be a great father. Seems like I was right! See?
I can tell how much your kids love you and look up to you. Cause they have an amazing dad.
The way you take care of me resembles most with fatherly love. A very happy father’s day to you.
You’ve inherited all the good virtues of dad and I’m so proud of you. Happy father’s day, brother.
I never imagined that my mischievous brother would be such an amazing father to his kids, just like our Father! Happy Father’s Day to you, brother!
Fathers Day Quotes For Son
We are so proud of the son, the man, and the father you are. Happy Father’s Day, my son!
Happy Father’s Day, son! It warms our hearts to see you with your little kids.
It feels like yesterday you were just a little boy yourself, and now you are a big strong dad.
Happy father’s day, my little dad. I’m so proud of the beautiful man you’ve grown into.
Happy Father’s Day, dear son! It fills my heart with joy to see you nurturing your own kids!
Happy father’s day to my boy. You’re such a great son; I’m sure that someday you’ll be a great father too.
Happy Father’s Day, my son! Fatherhood is a unique and precious experience, and I hope you will make the happiest memories ahead!
A kind and gentle son like you must be a wonderful father! Happy Father’s Day, son!
Also Read: Father’s Day Wishes and Messages for Son
Fathers Day Wishes For Boyfriend
Dearest boyfriend, Happy Father’s Day! I am sure you will be a great father one day.
Happy Father’s Day, my love. You are the best dad. The kids and I are lucky to have you.
Happy Father’s Day to my dear boyfriend and a caring father whose love is unbounded for our children!
You have the purest heart and the strongest personality, the two traits every father must-have. Happy Father’s day!
Girls look for their father’s reflection in their lovers, and I have found it! Happy father’s day, darling.
You’re the greatest man I’ve ever known and I hope to raise children with you someday. Happy father’s day.
Happy Father’s Day, darling! You are the most wonderful and kindest man I have ever come across! And I hope one day we will raise our children together.
If someone asks me what a good man and a great father seem to be, I will have to show you! Happy Father’s Day, dear!
Thank you, honey, for always going the extra mile for us. I love you!
Fathers Day Wishes For Friend
Happy Father’s Day, dear friend! The way you manage your family life and care for your children is so inspiring to see!
You are just the most amazing Dad! Happy Father’s Day, pal! Your efforts and contribution deserve to be celebrated today!
Your children are lucky to have a fun-loving, supportive, and kind father like you! Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day, friend! Seeing you being a fantastic dad makes me admire you more!
Read More: Happy Fathers Day Wishes for Friends
Fathers Day Messages
Your genial smile and your big heart make you one hell of a man, Dad. Proud to have someone like you as my father. Happy Father’s Day! You’re the best.
I have never seen such a great combination of honesty, courage, and self-respect in anyone but you. You are the kind of father this world should have in numbers. Happy Father’s Day!
I don’t need anything in life as long as your prayers are with me. You are a person of uncompromising values and a father with a golden heart. Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to you, Papa! Because of your extraordinary upbringing, I have been able to become a strong and capable woman!
You are special in every way I can think of. You are the perfect kind of dad because no one else could handle such a mischievous child like me. Happy Father’s Day!
I don’t count anyone else as long as your support is with me. You are the biggest source of inspiration for me because you never failed us. Happy Father’s Day!
My greatest pleasure is seeing the kids exploding with joy as soon as they see you coming home. The joy in their eyes tells me how great of a father you are to them. Happy Father’s Day, Husband!
Fatherhood is the most crucial responsibility and yet the greatest adventure one can experience. Happy father’s day.
We may find answers to all our questions on Google, but our fathers will always be the wisest person in this world. Happy Fathers Day!
A Father’s love is unconditional. He loves, cares, and struggles hard to make our days better and brighter. Everything he does for us is what only a superhero can do. Happy Fathers Day!
Father’s love, care, and protection always remain as a pillar of strength throughout our lives. Happy Father’s Day!
Father’s Day Quotes
“One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters.” – George Herbert
“I hope I can be as good of a father to my son as my dad was to me.” – Calvin Johnson
“The heart of a father is the masterpiece of nature.” – Prevost Abbe
“Some people don’t believe in heroes but they haven’t met my dad.” – Unknown
“The gift of a Father cannot been seen by our eyes, yet he sacrificed his every breath, sweat and everything to comfort us, his family.” – King Tony S. Singh
“Daddy, thanks for being my hero, chauffeur, financial support, listener, life mentor, friend, guardian, and simply being there every time I need a hug.” – Agatha Stephanie Lin
“A father is the one who stands with you even when the entire world is against you. Happy Father’s Day!”
“One of the greatest gifts I’ve ever gotten came from God. I call him daddy.” – Unknown
“Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, singers of songs.” – Pam Brown
“No one in this world can love a girl more than her father.” – Michael Ratnadeepak
“Being a daddy’s girl is like having permanent armor for the rest of your life.” – Marinela Reka
“To her, the name of father was another name for love.” – Fanny Fern
“One father is enough to govern one hundred sons, but not a hundred sons one father.” – George Herbert
“It is not flesh and blood but the heart which makes us fathers and sons.” – Friedrich Schiller
“My father didn’t tell me how to live. He lived and let me watch him do it.” – Clarence Budington Kelland
“A father’s tears and fears are unseen, his love is unexpressed, but his care and protection remain as a pillar of strength throughout our lives.” – Ama H. Vanniarachchy
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Fathers Day Messages for Family Members
Happy Father’s Day to the world’s best grandpa, I love you so much!
My son, Happy Father’s Day! When I look at you now, I can see a wonderful father and good human being in you. May you be happy!
Dear Son, you have grown up to be such an amazing father to your kids, just like your Dad! Happy Father’s Day to you. Stay blessed!
Happy Father’s Day to the best bro ever!! I know no matter what may come, you’ve got my back!
Happy Father’s Day, Dad. Thank you for letting me live in your house without rent.
With your charismatic figure and vibrant personality, you’re something else. We love you more than you’ll ever know. Happy Father’s Day dear father in law!
I have seen the length you go to ensure that my little nephews/nieces are content and happy. You deserve a huge shootout for your sacrifices and your excellent role as a parent. Happy Father’s Day, Bro!
A very happy Father’s Day to my second father. Thank you for being the glue that holds our family together. We love you.
You may be my friend’s father but you’ve been such an inspirational figure in my life. I just wanted to take the time to thank you. Happy Father’s Day!
To have an uncle you can depend on is a blessing from God. Happy Father’s Day, dearest uncle!
You are the one person I always look up to after my parents. Happy Father’s Day, Uncle.
The positive outlook with which you approach life makes you a great Dad to your children. Happy Father’s Day, pal!
Happy Fathers Day Captions
Dad, you mean the world to me! #HappyFathersDay
Happy Fathers Day! You have always been the most supportive and friendly dad in the world.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! Thank You for always having my back!
Every problem is easier to solve when you are by my side, Dad! Happy Father’s Day!
Dear Dad, Happy Father’s Day! Thank you for your countless sacrifices and abundant support for my wellbeing!
Dad, You’re amazing. Happy Father’s Day!
To me, another word for love is always you! Happy Father’s Day, dad!
Father, you’ve always held a special place in our hearts where all the love remains! Happy Father’s Day!
You’re my source of motivation, Dad. Someday I hope to be just like you. #HappyFathersDay2022
Everyone has their favorite hero in movies, but mine has always been you! Happy Father’s Day to you, dad!
Just like your mom, your dad too has so much influence over your life. The contribution of a father in shaping a child’s life is not negligible at all. Fathers are the ones who put their lives on the line just make sure their kids and families stay well and happy. Father’s Day offers you a chance to acknowledge all the sacrifices and compromises your father has made to bring a smile on your face. This is why they must be shown some love and appreciation on Father’s day! They deserve to know how much they mean to the family.
An emotional Father’s Day wish from his son, daughter or wife can really make him feel honored. Our inspirational Father’s Day messages and greetings are just what you need to bring a smile on his face on this special day. Because sometimes our words are more powerful than our actions. No matter what special plan you have for him, you should never miss the chance to multiply the joy for him by wishing him some incredible Father’s Day messages. These wishes are not only for saying happy Father’s Day to your father but also to your son, brother, grandfather, your husband, or anyone close to you who is like a father to you.
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Looking for the right words to wish your dad a Happy Father’s Day? The wishes on this page will help you tell your dad (or father figure) how glad you are that he’s a part of your life. Fathers come in all forms, from experienced fathers with grown children, to stepdads, new dads, and even those men who have been like a father to you through the years.
Ever since the Middle Ages in Europe, Father’s Day has been a time for people to celebrate the contributions of fathers to families and society. In 1972 Father’s Day was made into a national holiday in the USA. It’s a lovely tradition and a great excuse to tell your dad how much you care about him.
We’ve collected our favorite messages, quotes, poems, and more, so you can wish your dad all the best and celebrate him on this special day!
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What should I write in a Father’s Day card?
The two things your dad wants to feel on Father’s Day are loved and appreciated. Chances are that he’s worked hard for you and your family, and he loves you dearly (even if he’s not always great at expressing it), so this is a day to say «thank you for all you’ve done for me» and «I love you». It’s as simple as that! So whatever else you say to him today, make sure you include those two sentiments, and you’ll make his day.
When is Father’s Day 2023?
Father’s Day will be celebrated on Sunday, June 18, 2023, in the USA. It is always celebrated on the 3rd Sunday in June in the USA. For other countries, please see the table below.
| Country | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| USA | Sun June 18 | Sun June 16 |
| UK | Sun June 18 | Sun June 16 |
| Canada | Sun June 18 | Sun June 16 |
| Australia | Sun Sept 3 | Sun Sept 1 |
| South Africa | Sun June 18 | Sun June 16 |
| India | Sun June 18 | Sun June 16 |
| Philippines | Sun June 18 | Sun June 16 |
Looking for a country that isn’t in this list? See the comprehensive list of Worldwide Father’s Day on Wikipedia.
Is it Happy Fathers or Father’s Day?
The correct spelling is Father’s Day — it needs the apostrophe. So, if your dad is a stickler for correct spelling, you can rest easy that he’s not going to pick on the spelling of your card message! Also, since Father’s Day is a holiday, don’t forget that you should always capitalize it.
Happy Father’s Day Messages & Wishes
Use one these short and sweet greetings to wish your dad all the best for Father’s Day and thank him for all he does for you!
Dad, you are my superhero. I love you so much! Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to the best Dad in the world!
Happy Father’s Day to the coolest Dad ever!
To the world’s greatest Dad from the world’s greatest kids, we hope you have an amazing Father’s Day!
Thanks, Dad, for everything you do for us. Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to my wonderful Daddy. I love you to the moon… and back!
Happy Father’s Day! Thank you for always being there for us.
Out of all the dads in the world, I think we got the best one! Happy Father’s Day.
To the world’s best Dad, Happy Father’s Day!
Thanks for all the fun times we’ve shared together. You’re such an amazing dad! Happy Father’s Day!
Dad, you’re the first person I phone when I have a question about something or when I need some good advice. Thanks for always being there for me!
I’m so grateful for all your guidance and wisdom. You really are the best! Happy Father’s Day!
Thank you for all the sacrifices you make for our family and all the joy and love you bring into our lives. We couldn’t have asked for a better Dad! Happy Father’s Day.
Sending you all my love, and I wish I could be there to give you a big bear hug. Happy Father’s Day!
I am so lucky to have you as my dad. Thanks for being so wonderful!
Thanks for giving me so much love, attention, and care. You truly are the best Dad! Happy Father’s Day.
Thanks for being the coolest dad on the block! Happy Father’s Day!
Thank you, Dad, for giving us the best things in life and loving us unconditionally. I am so thankful you’re my dad! Happy Father’s Day!
I’ve learned so much from you over the years, Dad. Thanks for being a great role model and helping me grow up into the person I am today. Happy Father’s Day!
The older I get, the more I appreciate just how much you have done for me and how many sacrifices you’ve made. I can’t thank you enough! I hope you have a great Father’s Day!
Dad, you made our childhood so much fun, and it’s full of brilliant memories because of you. Now that we’re older, I really appreciate that you’re always there to listen and give advice.
I love you, Dad, and I can’t thank you enough for all you’ve done for me. I hope you have a wonderful Father’s Day!
Dad, you’ve taught me so much, and I don’t know where I’d be without you in my life. Thanks for believing in me and cheering me on. Love you, Dad!
Dad, you’re one in a million! Thanks for standing by me no matter what. Have a great Father’s Day!
Papa, you’re my hero! I hope I’m half the man you are when I grow up. Thanks for being so awesome!
No one is as caring and hardworking as you are! We are so lucky to call you dad. Thanks for always being there for us.
You’re the first person I think of calling when I need a helping hand. Thanks for always being there for me, Dad. You truly are the best!
My life is so much fuller and happier because you’re in it, Dad. Thanks for always checking in with me and taking the time to hang out.
Use one of these beautiful quotes about fathers in a Happy Father’s Day message to your dad.
My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.
~ Jim Valvano
He didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.
~ Clarence B Kelland
It was my father who taught me to value myself. He told me that I was uncommonly beautiful and that I was the most precious thing in his life.
~ Dawn French
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Happy Father’s Day Messages for 2023 | From a Distance
Coronavirus, stay-at-home orders, and social distancing measures have made 2023 a year to remember for all the wrong reasons. So here are a few Happy Father’s Day messages to send your dad if you can’t visit him in person this year.
Sending you all my love this Father’s Day. We might be apart today, but you’re always in my heart. Take care and stay safe in these uncertain times. I miss you!
This card is packed full of virus-free hugs and kisses just for you! I love you so very much and miss you enormously! I hope you have a very happy Father’s Day despite this lock-down and that I can see you again soon.
Happy Father’s Day, Dad! We might be separated today, but I will get to see you again one day, and it’s going to be the best catch-up ever! May you keep strong, stay safe, and take care of yourselves. I miss you!
Happy Father’s Day to my amazing dad! Although we’re far apart, you’re always in my thoughts and prayers. I love you and miss you more than words can say.
Father and child are never truly apart, maybe in distance but never in heart. I miss you every day, Dad, but know you are with me in spirit. I love you and hope you have a great day!
Sending you all my love across the miles. Have a great Father’s Day!
Have a great Father’s Day today Dad! I’m really looking forward to spending time together when we can next catch up.
Happy Father’s Day to my incredible, amazing, wonderful Papa! I miss you and can’t wait to see you again one day!
In some cases, distance has created strained relationships. However, even if things are complicated between you and your dad, there are still ways to tell him that he’s important on this special day.
Even though we don’t always see eye to eye, we’re still family. I care about you, and I’m always wishing you well.
I don’t know how things became so complicated between us, but I want you to know that I still care about you. I’m forever grateful for you, dad.
It’s Father’s Day, and I’m thinking of you. Today, I’m remembering all those good times we’ve had.
I know that our relationship keeps changing, and it’s been difficult to find steady ground. Sometimes change can be good, though. We’re finding new ways to communicate and understand each other. I hope we keep discovering ways to become even closer.
Funny Father’s Day Messages and Quotes
Here are some funny Father’s Day messages you could use in a greeting card to your Dad.
You may not know everything, but you sure had me fooled for quite a few years! Happy Father’s Day to the smartest Dad in town.
I’m so lucky to have you as my father… I’m sure no one else would have put up with me this long. Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day to the world’s best Farter!
Dad, thanks for working so hard to pay for the TV that actually raised me!
You taught me so many of the important things I know — including a few choice words for certain situations. Thanks, Pops!
Let’s be honest — you wouldn’t have this special day if it weren’t for me! Happy Father’s Day!
Dad, your Father’s Day gift is another year of not having to pay for my wedding!
I smile because you are my father. And I laugh because there is nothing you can do about it.
And here are some funny Father’s Day quotes about Dads.
If at first you don’t succeed, call Dad.
~ Anon
Dads are like chocolate chip cookies; they may have chips or be totally nutty, but they are sweet and make the world a better place.
~ Hillary Lytle
The older I get, the smarter my father seems to get.
~ Tim Russert
Dad taught me everything I know. Unfortunately, he didn’t teach me everything he knows.
~ Al Unser
A man knows when he is growing old because he begins to look like his father.
~ Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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Happy Father’s Day Messages from Daughter
We know that daughters hold an extra special place in their father’s hearts! So here are some happy Father’s Day message ideas from daughters that you can use to thank your dad and let him know how special your relationship is.
Every girl dreams about living the life of a princess. I have never dreamed of that because I have always been treated like a princess by you. I love you, Dad. Happy Father’s Day.
Someday I will find my Prince, but my daddy will always be my King. Happy Father’s Day to the most important man in my life!
Dad, thank you for being there for me and cheering me on! Life seems so much easier when you’re there by my side.
Dad, I just can’t put into words how much I love you and how much you mean to me. Thanks for always being there and for making me laugh!
Happy Father’s Day Dad. You’re truly the best dad a girl could ask for! I love that you always make time for me and that you’re so encouraging and supportive.
Dad, with you by my side, I feel like I can achieve anything. Thanks for believing in me!
Happy Father’s Day to the best dad a daughter could ask for! Thanks for being so awesome!
And here are some cute Father’s Day quotes about the relationship between a daughter and her dad.
It is admirable for a man to take his son fishing, but there is a special place in heaven for the father who takes his daughter shopping.
~ John Sinor
My fingers may be small, but I’ve got my daddy wrapped around them.
I love how we don’t even need to say out loud that I am your favorite child.
And here are several quotes about the role of a father in his daughter’s life.
Fathers, be good to your daughters. You are the God and the weight of her world.
~ John Mayer
A man’s daughter is his heart. Just with feet, walking out in the world.
~ Mat Johnson
A father’s job isn’t to teach his daughter how to be a lady. It’s to teach her how a lady should be treated.
A father holds his daughter’s hand for a short while, but he holds her heart forever.
A daughter may outgrow your lap, but she’ll never outgrow your heart.
There’s nothing like being a father to a little girl. A daughter can turn the hardest man into the world’s biggest softy. A dude could be a straight-up gangster, but around his little girl, he becomes a teddy bear.
A daughter needs a dad to be the standard against which she will judge all men.
To a father growing old, nothing is dearer than a daughter.
~ Euripides
Happy Father’s Day Messages from Son
Do you want to thank your dad for being so great, but you’re unsure how to say it? These example messages from sons to their fathers might help you find the right words.
Dad, you’re someone to look up to no matter how tall I’ve grown. Thanks for being such a great mentor and buddy. Happy Father’s Day!
Thank you for working as hard as you do every day to provide for us. You always make time for me when you’re home from work, and I love hanging out with you. I hope you have a great Father’s Day.
Now I’m a father myself, I admire you all the more! Thanks for being such a great dad and role model, and now a wonderful grandfather too! Have a great day!
Thanks, Dad, for always making me laugh, cheering me on, and helping me learn how to be a good person. I am so lucky to have you.
Dad, you’ve sacrificed so much to give me the best start in life and provide me with so many opportunities. I can’t thank you enough!
You’re the first person I think to phone when I need a hand or want some advice. Thanks for always being there for me.
These Happy Father’s Day quotes reflect on the relationship between fathers and sons.
My father didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.
~ Clarence B. Kelland
When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years.
~ Mark Twain
Every son’s first superhero is his father, and it was the same for me. For me, he was Superman and Batman combined.
~ Tiger Shroff
A father is someone who wants to catch you before you fall but instead picks you up, brushes you off, and lets you try again.
Every father should remember that one day his son will follow his example instead of his advice.
~ Charles F Kettering
When you teach your son, you teach your son’s son.
~ The Talmud
Small boys become big men through the influence of big men who care about small boys.
One father is more than a hundred schoolmasters.
~ George Herbert
My father used to play with my brother and me in the yard. Mother would come out and say, «You’re tearing up the grass.» «We’re not raising grass,» Dad would reply. «We’re raising boys.»
~ Harmon Killebrew
Happy Father’s Day Messages for your Husband
Use these Father’s Day messages for your husband to thank him for all he does for your family and to tell him what a great dad he is!
Happy Father’s Day to my dear husband, the father of our beautiful children, and the love of my life.
Thank you for everything you do each day for our family. We are so lucky to have you! Happy Father’s Day!
What a crazy ride — so glad that we’re in this together! Happy Father’s Day!
We love you so much. You’re the best daddy and the best husband! Happy Father’s Day.
You have given our children someone to look up to and admire. You are such a fantastic father, and I love you so very much. Happy Father’s Day!
Our kids think that you’re Superman. And they’re absolutely right about that. Happy Father’s Day!
May all the love you give to our family come back to you on this special day. Happy Father’s Day!
These next Father’s Day quotes are about fatherhood and what it means to be a dad.
Everyone can be a father, but it takes a lot to be a dad.
~ Wade Boggs
FATHER: a son’s first hero… and a daughter’s first love.
~ Unknown
When you need real understanding, When you need someone to care, When you need someone to guide you… A father’s always there.
~ Thomas J. Langley
Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, singers of songs.
~ Pam Brown
I believe that what we become depends on what our fathers teach us at odd moments, when they aren’t trying to teach us. We are formed by little scraps of wisdom.
~ Umberto Eco
A father is neither an anchor to hold us back, nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way.
~ Unknown
I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection.
~ Sigmund Freud
Happy Father’s Day Messages for Stepdad or Father-in-Law
Sometimes, an important father in our life isn’t related to us by blood. Fathers-in-law and stepdads may come into our lives later on, but they can have a powerful place in our lives. Here are a few messages just for your father-in-law or stepfather.
Cheers to the man who raised my favorite person in the world. It’s impossible to express how grateful I am. Happy Father’s Day!
You’ve always set such an amazing example for my family and me. This Father’s Day, we want to let you know how much we cherish you and the wonderful influence you’ve had on us.
Even though I was an adult when I met you, I’ve grown so much since then. Your presence and quiet strength have helped make my life better and better. I appreciate you and wish you the best on this Father’s Day.
When I wasn’t looking for you, you snuck into my heart and made your home mine. I love you, stepdad.
My whole life, I’ve been looking for a dad like you. I’ll never forget the way you stepped up and immediately had my back. You have all of my love and respect on this Father’s Day.
Happy Father’s Day Messages for Grandpa
Grandfathers go by many names and nicknames, from Grandaddy to Papa. Celebrate your Grandpa this Father’s Day for the special memories you’ve shared.
Grandpa, I’ve known you my whole life, and though time seems to pass quickly, I treasure every one of the memories I get to share with you. Here’s to many more!
Your kindness and respect for the world have taught me so much. I value these lessons and every moment I spend with you. Happy Father’s Day, Papa.
You’re always there to remind me to stay focused on what’s important and not sweat the small stuff. Well, Grandpa, you’re what’s important to me. Happy Father’s Day! For everything you’ve done, everything you’ve been, and all that you’ve loved.
For my granddaddy, who’s always told my favorite stories and has all the best jokes. From, your biggest fan [write name].
Granddad, here’s to honoring you for the many great years that you’ve led our family. Your influence bridges the history of our family with a bright future that we can all look forward to. You’re loved and respected.
Happy Father’s Day Messages for a Father Figure
Fathers come from all walks of life. Maybe they’re a supportive uncle, a family friend, or someone you met at an important time in your life. Father figures offer guidance and support, and Father’s Day is a great time to let them know the unique and important position they hold in your heart.
No matter what I do, you’re always there to cheer me on with a helping hand. Thanks for always reaching out and listening to me through the highs and lows.
Thinking of you on Father’s Day. You’ve been an honorary member of the family for so long, I almost forgot that we aren’t related.
Even though you didn’t have to, you’ve always made sure to make me feel special and celebrated. It’s Father’s Day now, and my day wouldn’t be complete without thinking of you and telling you how grateful I am.
They call today Father’s Day, but I find myself thinking of you. Your presence has changed my life. Today, let’s recognize your caring and positive influence in my life. Thank you with all my heart.
With love and the deepest respect for an incredible man who I’ll look up to forever.
Bible Verses about Fathers
Fathers have a very important role in a Christian family. They are called upon to lead by example in faith, to be loving and compassionate fathers, and teach their children wrong from right. So here are some beautiful biblical quotes about fatherhood to share with your dad and wish him a happy Father’s Day.
Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. Psalm 127:3-5
For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck. Proverbs 1:8-9
Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge. Proverbs 14:26
Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children. Proverbs 17:6
These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
There you saw how the Lord your God carried you, as a father carries his son, all the way you went until you reached this place. Deuteronomy 1:31
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6
The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them. Proverbs 20:7
But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord. Joshua 24:15
So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. Luke 15:20
The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26
As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; Psalm 103:13
Train up a child in the way which he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.
~ Proverbs 22:6
Here are some beautiful religious Father’s Day quotes about fathers and the special role they have in family life:
Father! — to God himself we cannot give a holier name.
~ William Wordsworth
Blessed indeed is the man who hears many gentle voices call him father!
~ Lydia M. Child
More Happy Father’s Day Bible Verses (click to see our full collection)
Happy Father’s Day Poems
Here’s a selection of cute Father’s Day poems to help you wish your dad a happy Father’s Day.
One day I’ll be big like you
And strong and smart and brave
Dad you are a hero to me
Happy Father’s Day!
Daddy I want to let you know
How lucky Mommy and I are
Because when it comes to daddies
You really are a star!
Daddy I know your secret
That you’ve tried to keep suppressed
I promise I won’t tell anyone
But I know you like me best!
Dad you know that I like Batman
And Superman’s cool too
But I don’t really need them
As long as I have you!
This Father’s Day poem is super sweet and the perfect poem for a new dad on their first Father’s Day.
Happy Father’s Day, Daddy,
I have a present for you.
No, it’s not in my diaper,
But that needs changing, too!
I have a poem to let you know
How lucky Mommy and I are
Because when it comes to daddies
You really are a star!
Thanks for taking care of me
With cuddles and silly songs.
Thanks for settling me back to sleep,
The nights they can be long
One day I’ll be big like you,
And strong and smart and brave.
But while I’m little I want to say
Happy First Father’s Day!
More Father’s Day Poems (click to see our full collection)
How to Say Happy Father’s Day in Other Languages
Have you got a father-in-law or friend who speaks another language and who you’d like to wish a happy Father’s Day? He’ll appreciate your effort even if you don’t get the pronunciation exactly right. Here’s how to say «Happy Father’s Day» in the USA’s seven most-spoken languages (after English).
| Language | How to say Happy Father’s Day |
|---|---|
| Spanish | Feliz Dia del Padre |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | Zhù nǐ fù qīn jié kuài lè |
| Chinese (Cantonese) | Foo chun jit fai lock |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Maligayang Araw ng Mga Ama! |
| Vietnamese | Mùng Ngày Lễ Phụ Thân |
| Arabic | Kullu eid abb wa anta bi-khayr |
| French | Bonne fête des pères |
Happy Father’s Day Images
Happy Father’s Day images with quotes and sayings to wish your dad a very happy Father’s Day and thank him for all he does for you!
Best. Dad. Ever.
Out of all the fathers in the world I think I got the best one! Happy Father’s Day.
Thank you Dad for everything you do for us. Happy Father’s Day!
Dad you’re my hero! I hope I’m half the man you are when I grow up.
Dad you know that I like Batman,
And Superman’s cool too!
But I don’t really need them,
As long as I have you!
I love how we don’t even need to say out loud that I am your favorite child.
Free Printable Father’s Day Cards
Download one of our free printable Father’s Day cards to print and fold at home and give to your dad. They’re really handy when you can’t get to the store, and your dad gets a special card made just for him!
Happy Father’s Day Coloring Pages
Looking for father’s Day coloring pages? Take a look at this cute collection of high-quality PDFs you can download and print at home for free! There are so many choices — superhero dad, fishing with dad, neckties, award trophies, simple pictures for toddlers and preschoolers, and intricate doodles for older children and teens to color in!
Free Printable Father’s Day Coupons Gift for Dad
Free printable Father’s Day coupons you can make at home for your Dad. So easy to print and assemble into a sweet booklet for your dad, and it’s such a super practical gift idea!
«Dad Likes» Poster
Father’s Day messages and wishes are a brilliant way to express what your dad means to you, and so is a personalized gift made just for him.
Celebrate your dad and all that he does for you and the family with a personalized poster gift made just for him. It’s a poster that celebrates all the funny things about him and the things he likes (including you!).
More Happy Father’s Day Ideas
I hope you enjoyed my favorite Happy Father’s Day messages and wishes and that you found one that was just right for your dad! If you’re looking for other ways to show your dad how much you love him, here are some other pages I think you’ll enjoy:
Happy Father’s Day Messages
Happy Father’s Day Quotes
Happy Father’s Day Poems
Bible Verses about Fathers
Gifts to Make
«Dad Definition» Poster
«Dad Likes» Poster
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