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In naming ceremonies, the first sermon after the baptism is called a “dedication sermon.” Her parents or guardians prepare a special dedication sermon for a newborn baby. How a person speaks during this short sermon can affect the results of the ceremony, and there are many ways to go wrong!
Welcome to the naming ceremony of [name]!
We are here today to celebrate our love for God and for one another, as well as to begin a new chapter in the life of this child. Today is a special day for us all.
This is a time to rejoice and be glad. Let us rejoice in our faith, and let us be glad in the knowledge that we can take part in God’s great plan for humankind.
It is not by chance that we have come together here today. It is by divine providence. It is only by God’s grace that you are able to be present with us today, so please join me in thanking Him for His blessings upon each and every one of us gathered here today.
Today we will witness [name]’s naming ceremony, which marks their entry into adulthood within the church community and their acceptance into our fellowship. As they grow older and enter adulthood, they will begin to understand what it means to be part of this church family—the joys, the sorrows, the ups and downs, the love and support, but most importantly, the peace that comes from knowing you belong somewhere: you belong with us!
How Naming Ceremony is Performed In Christianity
The naming ceremony of a child is an important event for the family and for the Church. The naming ceremony marks the beginning of the new life of a child, and it is a great opportunity to introduce him to God.
When you name your baby, you are giving him or her a unique identity. You are giving your baby a name that he or she will carry throughout their life. Your baby’s name will be one of the first things people learn about them when they meet them for the first time. In naming your child, you can give them something that will remind them about who they are and where they come from each time they hear their name.
In naming your child, you are also making a commitment to raise this person in Christ. When you name your child after someone who has served God faithfully and well, you are telling them that their lives will be just as important to God as their namesakes were.
A naming ceremony is also an opportunity for you to ask God to bless your family with health, happiness and protection from harm. It is also an opportunity for others in your church family to pray over this new life with God’s blessing upon it
The Bible is a book of many names. It is called the word of God, the holy Scriptures, and the book of life. It is also called “The Book.” But what does this mean?
Today we are going to talk about the significance of naming in Scripture. We will look at how people were named in the Bible and how God calls us by name. We’ll also talk about what it means for Christ to know us and how we can be sure that our names are on the list in heaven.
The Naming Ceremony is a traditional event that takes place after the birth of a child. Some families are very traditional and abide by all customs relating to the date and time of the event. The pastor’s role is basically to introduce a biblical and spiritual perspective to the occasion. This, of course, is only possible depending on what the family requests or allows.
Order of Sunday Service in RCCG
1. OPENING PRAYER
2. WORSHIP : Come Let Us Adore HimO come let us adore Him For He alone is worthyO come let us adore Him For He alone is worthyO come let us adore Him For He alone is worthyChrist the Lord Christ the LordBy John Francis Wade
3. REASON FOR OCCASIONWe are gathered here today with our brother and sister, Mr.and Mrs. …(Last name of parents)… for two reasons:i. To rejoice over what God has done for them andii. To give a name to their newly born baby.The Bible is the basis for whatever we do, therefore, ourscripture reading for today is:Luke 1:57-64Now Elisabeth’s full time came that she should be delivered; and she brought forth a son. And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her. And it came to pass, that on the eighth day they came to circumcise the child; and they called him Zacharias, after the name of his father. And his mother answered and said, Not so; but he shall be called John. And they said unto her, There is none of thy kindred that is called by this name. And they made signs to his father, how he would have him called. And he asked for a writing table, and wrote, saying, His name is John. And they marvelled all. And his mouth was opened immediately, and his tongue loosed, and he spake, and praised God. As was done in those days, we want to call on the father of the child to give us the name(s) he desires to give to the child and the meaning(s) of the name(s).
4. GIVING OF NAME BY FATHER [Father stands up and mentions the full name of the child and the meaning(s) of the name(s)].
5. PROCLAMATION, SANCTIFICATION AND AFFIRMATION OF NAME ON THE CHILD Minister takes the baby and asks all to stand and join in prayer for the baby.ii. The minister prays, laying hands on the baby, and anoints the baby with oil.
6. PRAYERMINISTER: Father, in the name of Jesus, thine only begotten Son, we thank you for the name(s) that have been given today. We sanctify this name(s) and declare that this child shall be called… [name(s)of child]…. From today on, I pray that he will live up to the meaning(s) of this name. The Minister makes reference to the name(s) and prays for the child to fulfil the purpose of the name. (e.g., “John means ‘Jehovah is gracious’, May Jehovah God be gracious unto this child always.”)MINISTER: I anoint this baby with oil as a symbol of the Holy Spirit, that he may live under the influence and power of the Holy Spirit all the days of his life. Amen.
7. SONG: Showers of Blessing Chorus: There shall be showers of blessings. Showers of blessing This is the promise of God Showers of blessing we plead/ There shall be seasons refreshing, Mercy drops round us are falling Sent from the Savior above but for the showers, we plead. By Daniel W. Whittle
8. BLESSING OF THE CHILD MINISTER: Father, we thank you indeed for a good and perfect gift—the gift of life. Thank you for blessing this family with this child. I cancel, Nullify, I reverse, and I reject every curse and every expectation of the enemy concerning the life of… ….I bring down the walls of opposition, resistance, and frustration that are lifted up against the lifeof this child. I superimpose the will of God over and against every plan, every projection andprediction of the enemy for your life.I speak the blessing of God over your life.May the goodness and the favour of God be yourportion all the days of your life. May you live to be a blessing to your parents.May you live to be a blessing to your generation.May you become what God has destined you to be. In Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.
9. CHARGE TO PARENTSMINISTER: Do you promise to bring up this child in the ways of the Lord so that he may not depart from them when he grows? According to Deuteronomy 6:7, do you promise to “teach him the Word of God when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up?” Father: I do. MOTHER: I do.BOTH PARENTS TOGETHER: We do. MINISTER: Amen! Shall we clap for them? (Minister returns the baby to the parents.)
10. SONG: To God be the GloryChorusTo God be the glory, praise the Lord! Praise the Lord! The great things He hath done Let the earth hear His voiceSo loved He the world that Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord!He gave us His Son Let the People rejoice Who yielded His life, O come to the Father through Jesus the atonement for sin Son, and opened the life gate And gave Him the glory great things that all may go in He has doneLyrics by Fanny Crossby (1875)
11. PRESENTATION OF GIFTSMINISTER: Now, as it was done when Jesus was born, wisemen came from the east with precious gifts.We shall now receive the gifts and presents thathave been brought for the child.
12. CLOSING PRAYER
Order of Service for Naming In RCCG
Why We Conduct Covenant Naming Ceremony
1. Your Name Defines You
Nabal example – I Samuel 25:25 – Let not my lord, I pray thee, regard this man of Belial, even Nabal: for as his name is, so is he; Nabal is his name, and folly is with him:
2. You Name Defines Your Mission –
Jesus example – Matthew 1:21 – And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.
Every Child has comes on a mission
Jeremiah 1:5 – Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.
Conclusion
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