The pastor who married Tiger Woods and Elin Nordegren has a few words for the couple, whose marriage woes have been splashed all over the tabloids following the pro golfer's infamous November car accident.

Rev. Ricky Kirton tells People.com that his message to the pro golfer and his wife is: "Forgive each other. Be there for each other, and it will work out."

The pastor reflects on meeting the couple and performing their 2004 wedding ceremony, calling the two "charismatic" and "attractive." He says he's "started to pray for them" ever since he heard reports that their marriage may be headed to divorce.

Rev. Kirton says he offered Tiger and Elin pre-marital counseling prior to their nuptials but they declined. He tells People.com that he shares this one message with all the couples he marries: "I tell them to remain true to their vows. I want them to know this is serious and they have to work hard."

The pastor is also an advocate for apologizing, telling the Web site, "Remember these four phrases. ... I was wrong. I am sorry. Please forgive me. I love you."