Children & Families

Ceremonies for babies and children bring into focus the blessings and hope of the next generation.

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Baby Namings, Blessings and Adoptions

Whether it is a baby blessing, a baby naming, a baptism, or adoption celebration, all cultures include special ceremonies to welcome and bless a new child.

These are joyous occasions and deserve the unique expression of what we feel at this awesome responsibility. We pledge our commitment as caregivers of their physical and spiritual wellbeing, and we introduce and include close family and friends in our loving promise to them.

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Blending Families

Many families today are blended from second marriages. Adding a new stepparent or co-parent opens up the opportunity to honor the new relationship and establish a hopeful and loving bond for children and adults.

This kind of celebration is often incorporated into wedding and commitment ceremonies. It can also be conducted separately.

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Coming of Age

Many families yearn to honor their children’s entering adolescence with an event to remember. They wish to teach and anchor their emerging young adult in developing strengths in the years that are so often fraught with anxiety and confusion.

Customized Coming of Age ceremonies help young teens to see their changes in a positive, constructive light. Parents, grandparents and siblings can honor the good to come and set the stage for embracing the sometimes difficult adjustments in growing up.