What to Write in a Father's Day Card
Just like Mother's Day, Father's Day can carry a variety of emotions for some. Perhaps you or someone you know is grieving this Father's Day, maybe you're not particularly close with your dad, or it simply is hard to find a Father's Day card or gift that goes beyond the stereotypical “dad stuff."
Our growing collection of Father's Day cards are designed to help you honor your own dad, husband, son, grandpa, or father-figure in your life in a unique and meaningful way. To help you do that that, here are some card suggestions for different dads and prompts for writing inside them!
What to Write in a Father’s Day Card for Your Husband or the New Dad
Prompt ideas:
• "You are truly the best Father to our kids. You have grown so much in [characteristic] and [characteristic] with them, and it's such a joy to get to watch it first-hand…”
• “You're already such a great example of [characteristic] and [characteristic] in the way that you do [specific example]….”
• "They may not know it yet, but I can already tell these kids have the best dad by the way that you [specific example]…"
• Ask your kids their favorite thing about their dad and write it down in the card—it’s sure to be cute or funny!
Here’s what I wrote inside this Father’s Day Card for my husband:
Thank you for being the best partner to parent these boys with. I’m so thankful they get to grow up with a dad that shows them what it’s like to follow the Lord, be a loving husband, be silly together, is so patient, and teaches them to work through their struggles. I’m thankful to get to watch it all first-hand. Love you!
What to Write in a Father’s Day Card for the Classic Dad
Prompt ideas:
“I know I don't thank you enough for this, but I am forever grateful that you taught me [practical skill]. That knowledge continues to bless me and is just one great example of…"
“No one is better at [special dad skill] and [special dad skill] than you. I'm forever grateful to have learned from the best!”
“Dad, thanks for loving us kids almost as much as you love [tools, fishing, beer, golf, sports]…” 😉
What to Write in a Father’s Day Card for a Godly Man or Father-Figure
Prompt ideas:
• “Thank you for always being an example of what a Godly [man/Father] looks like in the way that you [specific examples]…”
• “I'm so grateful to have a faithful & Godly [man/Father] in my life that I can can lean on for wisdom, strength, prayer, and support…"
• I’m so blessed to have a dad like you! A dad who is so [character trait] and [character trait]…
What to write in a Father’s Day Card When You’re not Close with Your Dad
Prompt ideas:
Share a specific noteworthy thing that he did for you/your family this year: “I’m especially grateful for all the help you’ve offered with our home projects this year…”
Share a favorite childhood memory (hopefully there is at least one good one) : “I’ll always remember those times we went camping in that big blue tent…”
Share why you gave him the gift you did: “I hope this notepad makes a great addition to your home office. I know how much you used to love hiking in the mountains. You can use it to jot down all your good jokes!”
What to Write to someone Grieving this Father’s Day
Prompt ideas:
• “I'm praying that you would feel the freedom to grieve fully unto the Lord, and that you would be comforted by the hope we have in Jesus…"
• “Friend, I know this time of year can be hard and I wanted to make sure you knew that I (and many others) are lifting you up in prayer and are here to [specific way to help]….”
• “Although I only met him a few times, I could always tell how proud he was of you and the [type of person] you were becoming…”
Here’s what I wrote inside this Father’s Day card after the loss of their dad:
”[Recipient name],
You & your family continue to be in my prayers, and especially this Father’s Day week. The “first” everything after loss feels so raw and hard. I pray you’re able to find something to still celebrate/honor your dad, and grieve & feel all the emotions that come your way. Your boys are so blessed to have both your husband and your dad to look up to and celebrate.
Much love & prayers,
Naomi”
Father’s Day can be complicated, but finding the right card and knowing what to write inside it doesn’t have to be. I pray these prompts help you find the words to say when feeling stuck!