Yesterday we had the honour of attending our friend's son's Baptism at their home.
Normally it's done in a Church but given that the Baptism was being held on a Sunday (and Father's Day) - they requested the priest come to their home if possible....and that was the only day available she had.
I haven't been to a Baptism or a Christening in Canada before, but from what I understand from my friend's photos - it's pretty similar.
However, this one was conducted completely in Finnish - so we really have no idea what was said but I can guess at some parts!
We brought a small gift - just something I made (a bib and wash cloth set with a card) and I'm glad we did bring a little something. Lots of people had brought gifts for him!
There were lots of passages read from the Priest and the members of the family and Godparents - it was lovely.
The mother is part of a choir - and WOW I was so happy they sang a few songs...it was so nice!!
The choir group also held a hand out above the baby's head and said a prayer of sorts (or a blessing) for him and when the father released the name - it was very magical!
I know that may sound corny because "it's just a name"....but while everybody knew the first name - nobody knew the second! Definitely a moment of suspense!
The baby wore a white gown as well, and slept through the whole thing! So did my oldest- thank goodness...or else he'd be running around everywhere!
The Priest did put some Holy Water on the baby and dried his head off when she was done and that was that!
Then we ate all kinds of wonderful food!
There were a set of twin girls (2 years old) there and they wanted to know what you do at a Baptism party. The mother asked them, "Well, what do YOU think happens?"
Their response was, "We dance?"
Some Baptism Etiquette:
Normally it's done in a Church but given that the Baptism was being held on a Sunday (and Father's Day) - they requested the priest come to their home if possible....and that was the only day available she had.
I haven't been to a Baptism or a Christening in Canada before, but from what I understand from my friend's photos - it's pretty similar.
However, this one was conducted completely in Finnish - so we really have no idea what was said but I can guess at some parts!
We brought a small gift - just something I made (a bib and wash cloth set with a card) and I'm glad we did bring a little something. Lots of people had brought gifts for him!
There were lots of passages read from the Priest and the members of the family and Godparents - it was lovely.
The mother is part of a choir - and WOW I was so happy they sang a few songs...it was so nice!!
The choir group also held a hand out above the baby's head and said a prayer of sorts (or a blessing) for him and when the father released the name - it was very magical!
I know that may sound corny because "it's just a name"....but while everybody knew the first name - nobody knew the second! Definitely a moment of suspense!
The baby wore a white gown as well, and slept through the whole thing! So did my oldest- thank goodness...or else he'd be running around everywhere!
The Priest did put some Holy Water on the baby and dried his head off when she was done and that was that!
Then we ate all kinds of wonderful food!
There were a set of twin girls (2 years old) there and they wanted to know what you do at a Baptism party. The mother asked them, "Well, what do YOU think happens?"
Their response was, "We dance?"
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| This isn't all the food either! There was a smoked salmon, roast beef and lots of veggie casseroles and savory pies with mushrooms and salmon etc. |
Some Baptism Etiquette:
- Dress nicely
- Don't touch the food until after - no matter how delicious it looks!
- Bring a small gift for the one being Baptized (it's not necessary but always warmly welcomed)
- Keep quiet during the ceremony
Pretty obvious - but just in case you were wondering.
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