subject: Suggestions For What To Buy For Christening Presents [print this page] For many Religious families, christening is a very important sacrament every family member must undergo. Christening is usually given to babies than adults. It is a way of acknowledging the child as member of the church. A christening party follows after the Eucharistic celebration and it is planned beforehand. The christening gifts are wrapped, the godparents are selected, invitations are sent, etc.
The christening is celebrated by a priest in the church and many attend. Family members, friends and godparents witness the event and welcome the child to the church. The christening party follows afterward where everyone eats and enjoys the festive mood. The gifts for the baby are opened and its symbol is seen.
There are 3 types of gifts that are commonly given during christening. The first type of gifts is made of metal, ceramic and glass. The second are the personalized gifts and the last is the modern and useful gifts. A gift can be a combination of all types---metal/glass/ceramic, personalized and useful. Example, a metal spoon with the child's name engraved is given to be used.
In the past, gifts at christening are made of glass, ceramic, gold, and other metals. It could be a silver or golden bracelet, necklace, glass tooth holder, etc. Until these days, these types of gifts are still given but rarely. This is because there are already many choices available in the market.
From traditional, the most common gifts given nowadays are personalized. The baby is given his own items with his name engraved, printed, carved, etc. There are many gift shops that offer personalizing of items to be given as gifts. Examples of gifts given are blankets, pillows, pajamas, socks, bags, etc. With the baby's name.
These days, gift-giving is already made practical and so giving useful gifts is a trend. Common functional gifts for christened babies are diapers, spoon, high-chair, feeding bottles, rattlers, pacifiers, etc. Also, gifts such as cash, college plans, insurance plans, gift cheques etc. Can be given. Functional gifts given to the baby can also be made personalized.
Whatever type of christening gifts given, the most important thing is the child is christened. It means, he or she is already acknowledged as a member of the church. Family, godparents and friends stand around to show support, guidance and acceptance of the child. Gifts are given to symbolize love, support, and care to the christened child.
