John 2:2

The facts that Jesus received an invitation to a wedding and accepted it show that He was not a recluse. He participated in the normal affairs of human life. This included occasions of rejoicing. The Gospels consistently present this picture of Him. Godliness does not require separation from human society, though John the Baptist did not mix with people as much as Jesus did. A Christ-like person can be a socially active person.

In a small village such as Cana-probably modern Khirbet Kana-a wedding would have been a community celebration. [Note: For a description of how a typical Galilean wedding was conducted, see Edersheim, 1:354-55.] Perhaps the hosts included Jesus because Nathanael was from Cana (John 21:2), and Nathanael had recently become a follower of Jesus. Yet probably they knew Jesus and invited Him as a friend since His mother was also there and took some responsibility for the catering. This event evidently transpired very early in Jesus’ ministry, before He called the Twelve. Consequently the only disciples present may have been the five to which John referred in chapter 1.

"Wise is that couple who invite Jesus to their wedding!" [Note: Wiersbe, 1:290.]