We had a church 'blessing' which we felt was right as we wanted her to have a connection to Christianity but not necessarily bought up in the faith as I'm Pagan and my husband Catholic. However when I posted I was thinking that the major influence in OP's DS's life, at least in the early years, will be his parents who can obviously be trusted to teach respect for other people's views, even if neither some RC prelates nor some humanists are so sensible. Essentially it's us affirming our commitment to her as parents and then a little bit about her name and then she is officially welcomed to the world! 'Wishes On Your Naming Day' has been beautifully crafted by Ally Pally Poems, expert writer of unique and original poetry gifts for all occasions. Reply Delete. Most people who use our services want something with spiritual/pagan overtones, but we are also very happy to do secular naming ceremonies too. It would be lovely CatwithKittens if that were the case but unfortunately it is not. But children grow up when you’re not looking. A newly delivered child is a great joy in any family, and this is better because it makes the heart of the owner calm, and warmth with joy. There was no mention of god or religion at all! Just like the name, your child is truly a blessing to you and to us all. Zacharias was a part of the old religious system; John was not—he stood apart from it. They are totally inconsistent with OP's Christian beliefs. I do know what you mean; we have been to Roman Catholic Masses here and been denied Communion because we are Anglicans, although on holiday in France or other places in Europe we have no similar experience. Anonymous April 11, 2013 at 1:20 AM. Celebrating you! KerriAnn March 20, 2013 at 10:30 AM. Find below example naming ceremony invitation messages (bulk sms sample templates) in India. I can PM you the layout of our naming ceremony to give you an idea if you're interested. Naming Ceremony Readings and Poems. 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