“In the name of God and of generations before and after us, we welcome you, dear child, to the mystical union of souls on earth. We have awaited you. We rejoice that you are here. We ask God to bless you and watch over you, now and forever. 

“Blessed is the birth of a human being, coming into the experience of new life,

"Blessed are the parents who give the world a child, for they are Co-Creators with God.

"Blessed are all who would teach the child to be honest in words, responsible in deeds, and honoring all life. And, feeling loved, he sees himself as love and so he extends that love.

"This is the supreme goal of parents and society--to align with the Divine Mind to raise a child of God, aware of himself as a spiritual being, independent of all belief in lack and limitation.

"Awaken the vision in all of us to take hold of the truth for this one, to share our wisdom with him and all children in our midst. All is already perfect and complete for this to be and for this little one to know the peace of God."  

                            Adapted from "Raising a Child of God" by Tara Singh

	Nina Simone Kernick born July 6, 2005 and welcomed into the world by Rev. Kayelily and her parents, Ann Marie and Sean, on Sept. 4, 2005.
	Makayla Rae Kernick, born 12/3/06, was celebrated in a baby blessing ceremony on 10/20/07 with her parents, Ann-Marie and Sean Kernick, and her big sister Nina Simone!
Conner Elliot Ockert  born Feb. 22, 2002 and welcomed into the world by Kayelily and his parents, Heather and Jean, on Dec. 28, 2002.
	Eva Joy Duzs John Martin Duzs  born Nov. 19, 2001 and welcomed into the world by Kayelily and their parents, John and Coleen, on July 6, 2003.
Gillian Lee King, born  May 6, 2003 and welcomed into the world on Nov. 2, 2003.
Anthony James Bene  born July 15, 2005 and welcomed into the world by Kayelily and his parents, Lisa and Eugene, on Sept. 4, 2005.
	Xavian Anthony Geiger  born Feb. 20, 2003 and welcomed into the world by Kayelily and his parents, Anthony and Stacey, on Sept.6, 2003.
Hi Kayelily,  Thank you for doing the beautiful Christening ceremony on Saturday.  It went very well and everyone commented on how unique and nice it was.  I have attached some pictures we took for you to have and use.  I hope you enjoy them.  Thanks again, Kim and Art	Baby blessing on 9/23/06 for Alyssa Prejs
Baptism ceremony on 10/08/06 for Rocco Soto	Dear Rev. Kayelily, Thank you so very much for helping us make Rocco's day so special. We loved the ceremony. God Bless, Love, Pete & Melissa Soto
Emma-Brooks Amitrano, born  Oct 1, 2006 and welcomed into the world on  June 16, 2007.
	Ava Joy was born on March 14, 2007 and welcomed into the world by her parents Crystal and Bob and baptized by Kayelily on August 26, 2007 in Wake Forest.
Kayelily - I just wanted to thank you for a lovely Christening on Sunday.  Gordon and I were talking about it later in the day and it really couldn't have been more perfect.  Best,  Kelly	Christening of Paul on 10/7/07 at  St Mark’s Chapel
Baptizing of Savannah Grace on 10/14/07 at St. Mark’s Chapel	Kayelily, Todd and I wanted to thank you again for performing Savannah's welcoming and blessing ceremony this past Sunday.  It was such a special day for us and we were lucky to be able to share it with so many of our family and friends.  Many commented on how touching, emotional and beautiful the service was.  We could agree with them more.  We appreciate that you played a great part in that. Again, thank you, Kathy & Todd Hamrick.
Paul Tillmore born June 16, 2007 and welcomed into the world by Rev. Kayelily and his parents, Kelly and Gordon, on  Oct. 7, 2007.
	Dear Rev. Kayelily,  Don and I would like to thank you for such a wonderful blessing ceremony that you provided for Carlie, especially with such a short time to work with. We can't thank you enough.  Thank you, Sill & Ramos Family

Reverend Kayelily Middleton, MDiv.                     

kayelily@mindspring.com