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Sharon Roberts, B.A.
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Newborn Consecration Ceremonies Whether by natural birth or adoption, the arrival in the home of a new baby is a joyous occasion . . . a significant moment in the life of the child and all who will play a role in nurturing her or him through the challenging times ahead. The Pneuma Center offers officiating services in the form of newborn/adoptee naming ceremonies to honor this very special occasion. This event is also referred to as a consecration ceremony in recognition of the fact that the word "consecrate" literally means "to join together in something sacred." It is not, however, about religious rites and observations. The ceremony is typically conducted in the presence of family and friends who are invited to join in the celebration and to pledge their lifelong love and support for the child. Typically it is performed within the home where the child will receive the love and nurturing she or he needs throughout the critical formative years. Also, since the ceremony is interactive, the mood is relaxed and informal, rather than somber or pious . . . a joyous celebration of life and love! While the ceremony can be customized to reflect the values of the family, a typical ceremony would include the following:
This ceremony focuses on the child and the family's lifelong love and support for the child. For this reason, it may be conducted in lieu of or in addition to a formal christening or baptismal ceremony.
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