Wedding Prayers Help

We did not have a prayer during our ceremony, but did have one before dinner. That might be a nice compromise?

That may be a good idea!

I just feel bad because I know my FH would be fine cutting it if I asked him to and he doesn't feel the need to "push for a compromise". I know he would be okay with it, but I still want his faith to be honored.

I think the dinner prayer may be a good middle ground!

My husband doesn't believe in God, but my family is very religious. We didn't have religion as a part of our ceremony, but we did say a pray right before dinner. My brother, who was my bride's man, said a speech rather than my maid of honor then he led us directly into prayer. My family would've prayed that their tables, but my husband thought it would appear strange to have some people praying, but not others.

My own opinion is that if religion is important to your FH, it should somehow be reflected in the ceremony, which should encapsulate the core values/motifs that will be in your marriage. I think if prayer is specifically important to him, then he should be taking point on this piece of the ceremony.

FWIW I think your solution of having the prayer announcement be something more akin to "a moment of silent reflection to bless this union" or whatever would be perfect.