Simple Baby Blessing Sample Ceremony
A simple ceremony where parents hold the infant while they and/or godparents/siblings/ grandparents read chosen blessings or the infant is gently handed to each person as they speak their blessing to the baby. (The handing off works depending on the little one's disposition.)
(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 extra cost. Be as creative and individualized as you would like! ***You may add multiple blessing rituals as well for an additional cost.***)
parent and parent have invited friends and family here today to celebrate the welcoming of baby into their family and community of friends. parent and parent have been gifted with the wonderful blessing of new life and in turn wish to bless that life to be filled with happiness, health and prosperity. Today we carry out a simple blessing ceremony in which each family member/guest/officiant will offer a spoken blessing to baby while being held by each speaker or his/her parents. Each person here will be a part of baby 's life and will enrich it with their love and experience.
As you (hold) and bless baby reflect on the love and joy in your heart, remembering to be thankful for all that has come to pass, and all that has made it possible for baby to come to be, as well as all of the amazing things that his/her future shall hold. Today we simply give thanks and celebrate all the many wonderful blessings baby brings and do our best to remember, and be thankful for, the very special role that we all have in his/her life.
Reading
"This Bridge"
by Shel Silverstein
This bridge will only take you halfway there
To those mysterious lands you long to see:
Through gypsy camps and swirling Arab fairs
And moonlit woods where unicorns run free.
So come and stay awhile with me and share
The twisting trails and wondrous worlds I’ve known.
But this bridge will only take you halfway there –
The last few steps you’ll have to take alone.
Let us celebrate the name of this child.
What is his/her full name?
Parents: baby first and middle name
What is the meanings of the chosen name.
Parents: meaning of first name
Parents: meaning of middle name
baby's full name , we welcome you to this community of friends and family. You are a gift unto us. May you feel loved, accepted and welcomed to this world all your days.
All whom wish to bestow a spoken blessing upon baby please step forward one at a time and share your words.
Blessings
(Family/guests have a choice to say their own poetry, blessing, reading or parents can assign blessings of their choosing or I can write individual ones.)
Examples:
-May your life be filled with unconditional love.
-May you always know joy and laughter.
-I wish you peace of mind and passion of heart and gentleness of soul.
-Infinite love, light, blessings and positivity.
-An Irish Blessing
May joy and peace surround you,
contentment latch your door,
and happiness be with you now
and bless you evermore!
-May you find happiness, may you find truth, may you find all that you pursue.
-I bless you with the gift of gratitude, so that all things to you, are a wonderful gift.
-Tibetan Buddhist Blessing
May you be filled with loving kindness.
May you be well.
May you be peaceful and at ease.
May you be happy.
-Jewish Blessing
May God bless you and protect you.
May God’s face shine toward you and show you favor.
May God look favorably upon you and grant you peace.
-Blessed be your mind, full of wisdom. Blessed be your heart, full of compassion. Blessed be your hand, full of wealth.
-May You Be Filled With Thanks And Wonder, Humor And Fun, Hope And Perseverance, So That You May Grow In Wisdom And Grace.
-May you know magic, may you know miracles, may you always be present in every moment.
-May all your hopes, wishes and dreams come true.
-Forever Young by Bob Dylan
May God bless and keep you always
May your wishes all come true
May you always do for others
And let others do for you
May you build a ladder to the stars
And climb on every rung
May you stay forever young...
Additional Blessings and Readings Click Here
baby , has received a multitude of blessings from all who have bestowed them today. May each of us bestow the blessings of good health, happiness, love and prosperity on him/her. We all wish the very best for baby . May each one of you lend your time, your guidance and hearts to ensure the positive growth of baby . Each baring the responsibility of a good influence, a caring companion, a listening ear and gentle guidance. parent and parent thank you for sharing in this special celebration, and are honored to share the care of their most precious gift with you. We happily welcome this precious gift into all of our lives. Giving thanks for all the magic this new life has brought and will continue to bring to us.
A simple ceremony where parents hold the infant while they and/or godparents/siblings/ grandparents read chosen blessings or the infant is gently handed to each person as they speak their blessing to the baby. (The handing off works depending on the little one's disposition.)
(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 extra cost. Be as creative and individualized as you would like! ***You may add multiple blessing rituals as well for an additional cost.***)
parent and parent have invited friends and family here today to celebrate the welcoming of baby into their family and community of friends. parent and parent have been gifted with the wonderful blessing of new life and in turn wish to bless that life to be filled with happiness, health and prosperity. Today we carry out a simple blessing ceremony in which each family member/guest/officiant will offer a spoken blessing to baby while being held by each speaker or his/her parents. Each person here will be a part of baby 's life and will enrich it with their love and experience.
As you (hold) and bless baby reflect on the love and joy in your heart, remembering to be thankful for all that has come to pass, and all that has made it possible for baby to come to be, as well as all of the amazing things that his/her future shall hold. Today we simply give thanks and celebrate all the many wonderful blessings baby brings and do our best to remember, and be thankful for, the very special role that we all have in his/her life.
Reading
"This Bridge"
by Shel Silverstein
This bridge will only take you halfway there
To those mysterious lands you long to see:
Through gypsy camps and swirling Arab fairs
And moonlit woods where unicorns run free.
So come and stay awhile with me and share
The twisting trails and wondrous worlds I’ve known.
But this bridge will only take you halfway there –
The last few steps you’ll have to take alone.
Let us celebrate the name of this child.
What is his/her full name?
Parents: baby first and middle name
What is the meanings of the chosen name.
Parents: meaning of first name
Parents: meaning of middle name
baby's full name , we welcome you to this community of friends and family. You are a gift unto us. May you feel loved, accepted and welcomed to this world all your days.
All whom wish to bestow a spoken blessing upon baby please step forward one at a time and share your words.
Blessings
(Family/guests have a choice to say their own poetry, blessing, reading or parents can assign blessings of their choosing or I can write individual ones.)
Examples:
-May your life be filled with unconditional love.
-May you always know joy and laughter.
-I wish you peace of mind and passion of heart and gentleness of soul.
-Infinite love, light, blessings and positivity.
-An Irish Blessing
May joy and peace surround you,
contentment latch your door,
and happiness be with you now
and bless you evermore!
-May you find happiness, may you find truth, may you find all that you pursue.
-I bless you with the gift of gratitude, so that all things to you, are a wonderful gift.
-Tibetan Buddhist Blessing
May you be filled with loving kindness.
May you be well.
May you be peaceful and at ease.
May you be happy.
-Jewish Blessing
May God bless you and protect you.
May God’s face shine toward you and show you favor.
May God look favorably upon you and grant you peace.
-Blessed be your mind, full of wisdom. Blessed be your heart, full of compassion. Blessed be your hand, full of wealth.
-May You Be Filled With Thanks And Wonder, Humor And Fun, Hope And Perseverance, So That You May Grow In Wisdom And Grace.
-May you know magic, may you know miracles, may you always be present in every moment.
-May all your hopes, wishes and dreams come true.
-Forever Young by Bob Dylan
May God bless and keep you always
May your wishes all come true
May you always do for others
And let others do for you
May you build a ladder to the stars
And climb on every rung
May you stay forever young...
Additional Blessings and Readings Click Here
baby , has received a multitude of blessings from all who have bestowed them today. May each of us bestow the blessings of good health, happiness, love and prosperity on him/her. We all wish the very best for baby . May each one of you lend your time, your guidance and hearts to ensure the positive growth of baby . Each baring the responsibility of a good influence, a caring companion, a listening ear and gentle guidance. parent and parent thank you for sharing in this special celebration, and are honored to share the care of their most precious gift with you. We happily welcome this precious gift into all of our lives. Giving thanks for all the magic this new life has brought and will continue to bring to us.