Jennifer and Ryan wanted to celebrate, bless, dedicate and honor their son Hunter who was turning 1 year old.  While they both have strong spiritual beliefs, they do not belong to any specific church and so began the search for a minister who could honor their individual perspectives and help to create a ceremony that would be joyous, warm and honor Hunter's unique role in the world and his relationship to Spirit.  From the moment that Jennifer spoke with me it was clear that there was a connection between us and so we began to co-create their very special celebration and blessing ceremony.

Hunter's grandparents, godparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends all gathered to share a special day with them and also to accept their own role in Hunter's life.  The Baby Blessing Ceremony opened with a lovely Unity Candle Ritual (above) in which Jennifer & Ryan honored their own connection with spirit, their commitment to love, nurture and support Hunter and the divine light that is in us all.

The ceremony continued with the community, grandparents and godparents (left) joyously accepting their special roles in Hunter's life. 

A final ritual was incorporated in which water was used to dedicate Hunter's head, heart, hands and body to serve in his own unique way as God intends. 

Jennifer, Ryan and the community that gathered all agreed that this was indeed a special day filled with warmth, joy, and spirit.  Thank you Jennifer & Ryan for allowing me to be such an important part in welcoming your son.  I look forward to more wonderful celebrations with you!