Christening is considered the day of a person's spiritual birth. This is the acceptance of a personal Angel, who will henceforth be the heavenly patron of his ward. And it is quite natural for the parents to want to share their joy with the closest people, to arrange a holiday corresponding to a solemn event.
Instructions
Step 1
It is customary to invite relatives and friends to the baptism ceremony. The presence of the godfather and mother, who are responsible in the future for the spiritual upbringing of the baby, is obligatory. Write and send them special invitations on behalf of the future hero of the occasion. Indicate the place and hour for the ordinance and the celebration dinner.
Step 2
Decorate the room where the feast will be held in white and gold colors. White is associated with purity and renewal, yellow with sunlight and warmth. Lay down a snow-white tablecloth, pick up the appropriate table napkins and cutlery. Put a bouquet of lilies in a light vase - a symbol of purity and holiness.
Step 3
According to established traditions, the festive menu should include products made from dough and cereals. Therefore, the main treat on the table can be a variety of pies, pretzels, buns made from yeast and shortcrust pastry.
Step 4
Offer your guests an unexpected new porridge recipe, which, for example, your grandmother knew. And from now on, you will be serving this dish every year on your child's Angel Day. If there is no family secret, then the famous Guryev porridge with dried fruits, nuts and cream will always help out.
Step 5
Be sure to have a bird (chicken, turkey) on the table. It is customary to bake it in earthenware with cereals. Greens, fresh vegetables are associated with spring, the beginning of a new life. Therefore, serve various salads and herbs with meat.
Step 6
It is not customary to abuse alcohol on this day. The drinks offered are mainly light table wine, various juices, berry compotes. At the baptismal dinner, the presence of older children is permissible. They need to please them with dessert. You can give each child a small sweet gift to remember the christening.
Step 7
The godson himself usually does not take part in the celebration in his honor. However, when he grows up, he will be interested to know about this event. Take photos, collect them into a beautiful handmade album. Ask your guests to write good wishes for the young Christian on it. Save it along with the first cross and baptismal dress as a memory of a unique day in his life.
