On November 27th, we celebrated Leon's and Amelia's Baptism. We had an intimate ceremony at our church and a reception at our country club. As a catholic parent, it is so special to watch your children officially become "a child of God" and part of the church.
During the ceremony, Leon was so cranky while Amelia was peacefully sleeping.
Baptismal font
The baptismal font is a large bowl of holy water where most baptisms take place. The word "baptism" itself means "to be immersed."
Water
Water is the essential matter within a baptism. It is so to symbolize that Jesus is living water, and as we are cleansed during the sacrament, we are welcomed both into the Church and into eternal life. Water is also a symbol of divine life, grace, new birth, growth, deliverance, power, and the covenant God established with his people, first through Abraham.
Baptismal Gown
A baptismal gown is the outfit worn by the one receiving baptism. Traditionally, the gown is white. The color white is also to symbolize being clothed with Christ, as we are cleansed from sin.
Baptismal Candle
The lighting of the candle represents the flame of faith, which is to be kept burning throughout the life of the baptized.
The Sacred Chrism and Oil of the Catechumens
Two of the three holy oils are used during a baptism. The first is the oil of catechumens. This oil is used to bless the child before the actual baptism takes place, in order to strengthen the recipient and prepare them for the sacrament. The second oil used is the Sacred Chrism, which is considered the most important of the three holy oils.
Some pictures with the parents, godparents and grandparents
We had the reception at Sugar Creek Country Club, which is a couple of blocks from the church. The Garden Hall was beautifully decorated by the event management team at the club.
We had a small cake for the event. The baptism cake was ordered from dacakeshouston. It was red velvet - white fondant cake.
Seated Lunch Menu
Specialty Hors D'oeuvers
Bacon wrapped Shrimp with a BBQ glaze
Lamb lollipop with a port wine demi-glace
Entrée Selections
Lemon Butter Chicken - sautéed chicken breast with a mildly spiced curry sauce
Grilled Atlantic Salmon - with a duo roaster pepper sauce
Starters
Harvest Salad - mixed greens, toasted almonds, blue cheese crumbles, & dried cranberries with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Sides
Italian Green Beans & Onions (Bacon optional)
Jasmine Rice with Shiitake Mushrooms & Spinach
Dessert
Death by Chocolate Cake
Mimosa Bar
Unlimited House Champagne
with Orange, Cranberry or Pineapple juice
Sushi Station
California roll and Spicy Salmon roll
served with Wasabi, Soy Sauce & Pickled Ginger
Open Bar Liquor Selections
Vodka | Kettle One & Chopin |
Gin | Hendrick's |
Rum | Myers Dark |
Tequila | Don Julio Anejo & Patron Silver |
Bourbon & Whiskey | Knob Creek WoodFord Reserve & Crown Royal Reserve |
Scotch | Chivas 12 Regal & Macallan 12 Year |
Cognac | Hennessy VS & Remy Martin |
Cordials | Chambord & Grand Marnier |
Events & Pictures
Congrats on your baptism day Leon & Amelia. We love you so much.
Thanks to everyone for taking the time to read this post! :)
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