Oil Baby Blessing Ceremony Sample
The baby is anointed with blessed organic oils (hypoallergenic) with a circle, the symbol of eternity (or a mark of your choosing, such as a cross or a sideways figure eight infinity symbol). The Crown, Brow, Heart, Hands and Feet are anointed, each with a specific blessing.
(Please feel free to change any aspect of the ceremony, including blessings, readings, structure and wording or of course a custom written ceremony is available at no additional cost. Be as creative and individualized as you would like! ***You may add multiple blessing rituals as well for an additional cost.***)
Greeting
We have gathered together today to celebrate the birth of baby on birthdate . His/Her parents parent and parent have asked us to participate in the blessing of this very precious and new life. We welcome baby to this world and family and community of friends. We join parent and parent in wishing the very best for baby . We pledge our support and guidance to them and to baby in helping them raise him/her to his/her fullest potential. We give thanks and are filled with gratitude to be a part of such a special person and are all connected in our care for him/her.
Welcoming
We welcome you baby . We embrace you. We wish for you every good thing. You are the missing piece to all our puzzles and we are so excited to be a part of your life's journey. Welcome. We have been waiting. We are so happy that you are finally here to share moments and memories with us. Welcome! Welcome! Welcome!
Reading
These Are The Years
Author Unknown
These are the years, the gentle years
the soft and sentimental years
when wee little fingers reach and touch
and little eyes gaze with wonder and trust,
when you love so tenderly and so much
these are the gentle years.
These are the years, the rainbow years
the quiet walk on tiptoe years,
the years of laughter and smiles and sighs
when both of you watch with misty eyes
the tiny bed where a cherub lies,
these are the rainbow years.
These are the years, the tender years,
the blissful, sweet-surrender years
when your little treasure from above
is the soul and purpose and center of
your plans and dreams and dearest love,
these are the tender years.
Optional Parental/Sibling/Grandparent/Godparent Vows
Oil Blessing
Anointing the Crown: May you always be watched over and guided by the creator/the moon and stars/the heavens.
Anointing the Brow: May you always see your path clearly and follow your dreams.
Anointing the Heart: May you always experience the world with an open heart, loving and being loved.
Anointing the Hands: May you always reach out your hands to help others or when in need.
Anointing the Feet: May you always remember your roots and your connection to your family.
May you walk this world blessed with happiness, good health and prosperity. May you carry with you hope wherever you go. May you be given every kindness and be kind. May you be aware of the world around you. May you be full of gratitude for the gift of life. May you be forever blessed in all that you do.
Reading
A Family Is
Author Unknown
A FAMILY IS..........
A Family is a Place
To cry
To laugh
To vent frustration
To ask for help
And tease
And yell
To be kissed and hugged
and smiled at.
A Family is People
Who care when you are sad
Who love you no matter what
Who share your triumphs
Who don't expect you to be perfect
Just grow with honesty
In your own direction.
A Family is a Circle
Where we learn to like ourselves
Where we learn to make good decisions
Where we learn to think before we do
Where we learn integrity and respect for others
Where we are special
Where we share ideas
Where we listen and are listened to
Where we learn the rules of life
To prepare ourselves for the world.
The world is a Place
where anything can happen.
If we grow in a Loving Family
we are ready for the world.
Closing
parent and parent , I say on behalf of all of us, go in peace and build a strong and beautiful family life. Your wishes are rooted in truth, for we have joined our hearts and hopes and blessings with yours. Your wishes are our wishes, that you might have a home that is full of love and positivity for you and your child. May baby grow up to reflect the best in both of you, and extend unto the world he/she touches, the love he/she receives from his/her mother and father. Do not fear for the universe/the creator/the stars/God will guide you always. Blessings upon you both and infinite blessings to your child.
The baby is anointed with blessed organic oils (hypoallergenic) with a circle, the symbol of eternity (or a mark of your choosing, such as a cross or a sideways figure eight infinity symbol). The Crown, Brow, Heart, Hands and Feet are anointed, each with a specific blessing.
(Please feel free to change any aspect of the ceremony, including blessings, readings, structure and wording or of course a custom written ceremony is available at no additional cost. Be as creative and individualized as you would like! ***You may add multiple blessing rituals as well for an additional cost.***)
Greeting
We have gathered together today to celebrate the birth of baby on birthdate . His/Her parents parent and parent have asked us to participate in the blessing of this very precious and new life. We welcome baby to this world and family and community of friends. We join parent and parent in wishing the very best for baby . We pledge our support and guidance to them and to baby in helping them raise him/her to his/her fullest potential. We give thanks and are filled with gratitude to be a part of such a special person and are all connected in our care for him/her.
Welcoming
We welcome you baby . We embrace you. We wish for you every good thing. You are the missing piece to all our puzzles and we are so excited to be a part of your life's journey. Welcome. We have been waiting. We are so happy that you are finally here to share moments and memories with us. Welcome! Welcome! Welcome!
Reading
These Are The Years
Author Unknown
These are the years, the gentle years
the soft and sentimental years
when wee little fingers reach and touch
and little eyes gaze with wonder and trust,
when you love so tenderly and so much
these are the gentle years.
These are the years, the rainbow years
the quiet walk on tiptoe years,
the years of laughter and smiles and sighs
when both of you watch with misty eyes
the tiny bed where a cherub lies,
these are the rainbow years.
These are the years, the tender years,
the blissful, sweet-surrender years
when your little treasure from above
is the soul and purpose and center of
your plans and dreams and dearest love,
these are the tender years.
Optional Parental/Sibling/Grandparent/Godparent Vows
Oil Blessing
Anointing the Crown: May you always be watched over and guided by the creator/the moon and stars/the heavens.
Anointing the Brow: May you always see your path clearly and follow your dreams.
Anointing the Heart: May you always experience the world with an open heart, loving and being loved.
Anointing the Hands: May you always reach out your hands to help others or when in need.
Anointing the Feet: May you always remember your roots and your connection to your family.
May you walk this world blessed with happiness, good health and prosperity. May you carry with you hope wherever you go. May you be given every kindness and be kind. May you be aware of the world around you. May you be full of gratitude for the gift of life. May you be forever blessed in all that you do.
Reading
A Family Is
Author Unknown
A FAMILY IS..........
A Family is a Place
To cry
To laugh
To vent frustration
To ask for help
And tease
And yell
To be kissed and hugged
and smiled at.
A Family is People
Who care when you are sad
Who love you no matter what
Who share your triumphs
Who don't expect you to be perfect
Just grow with honesty
In your own direction.
A Family is a Circle
Where we learn to like ourselves
Where we learn to make good decisions
Where we learn to think before we do
Where we learn integrity and respect for others
Where we are special
Where we share ideas
Where we listen and are listened to
Where we learn the rules of life
To prepare ourselves for the world.
The world is a Place
where anything can happen.
If we grow in a Loving Family
we are ready for the world.
Closing
parent and parent , I say on behalf of all of us, go in peace and build a strong and beautiful family life. Your wishes are rooted in truth, for we have joined our hearts and hopes and blessings with yours. Your wishes are our wishes, that you might have a home that is full of love and positivity for you and your child. May baby grow up to reflect the best in both of you, and extend unto the world he/she touches, the love he/she receives from his/her mother and father. Do not fear for the universe/the creator/the stars/God will guide you always. Blessings upon you both and infinite blessings to your child.