BAPTISMS/CHRISTENINGS
Planning a Beautiful Baptismal Ceremony
A baptism or christening is a traditional ceremony amongst many Christian denominations. People of Catholic, Protestant, Anglican, Lutheran and other related faiths choose to celebrate their baby’s baptism with close friends, family and church acquaintances.
The actual proceedings of the baptism can vary from faith to faith, but the idea is generally the same. The parents present the infant to the minister, who either pours or sprinkles water on the child’s head as he recites the phrase, “I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” (Matthew 28:19)
To some, the baptism ceremony is one deeply steeped in religious values and beliefs, while to others it is a rite of passage. Many parents dress the infant in a special Christening gown; a white or ivory gown with delicate lace embellishments. While boys traditionally wore the gown as well, lately it has become more acceptable for them to wear white suits or vests.
Celebrating your blessed event
There’s a lot to be done in preparation of a baptism. You must select the Godparents, speak with your priest or pastor, the ceremony itself and the reception afterwards. Why not partner up with Serenity Event Planners and let them handle all the details for you.
To ensure that no one misses your celebrated event, Serenity Event Planners will help you send invitations to everyone you would like to see in attendance. We will track your R.S.V.P.s and contact anyone who has not replied by the date requested. We will create a program of order on your behalf and make sure that each attendee receives one as the ceremony begins. We will send out Thank You cards to your well-wishers who brought gifts to the event.We will advise the Godparents in selecting the proper baptismal gown.
Call us at 1-240-764-6893 to schedule your appointment.
Preparing for the Baptism Party
Parents, this is your opportunity to be more creative. While the ceremony itself is very traditional, the meal afterwards need not be.It is considered good manners to offer a meal after the baptism, especially if attendants have traveled a distance to be there. Serenity Event Planners can handle every aspect of your baptism party. We will decorate your home, we will provide the caterers, photographers, videographers (if required), baloons, confetti, paper plates and matching napkins, etc...
From a back yard bar-b-que to a more formal setting, Serenity Event Planners will be help bring your imagination to actuality. We will even help you select a party theme.
We cover New York, Virginia, Florida, Maryland and the DC Metro Area
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