Baptism Officiants in Etobicoke, ON
Joe Bartello
Joe, a Brampton native, brings a wealth of life experience, as a husband, father and grandfather to his role as a Baptism celebrant. He balanced his work as a businessman and entrepreneur with a mid-career, three-year hiatus as a professional actor. He currently provides consulting and management services to hospitals and health-related institutions across Canada. As a long-term practitioner of Transcendental Meditation, Joe recognizes the thread that links all living beings. Joe would be honoured to officiate at your special family ceremony .
John Huculiak
John is a very dedicated individual that generously gives his time & energy to his non-denominational & spiritual communities. A Religion and Culture graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University, he has a background and knowledge of many religious traditions. As hobbies, he loves reading, cycling and working to protect the environment. Leading the community ritual for the opening of Mimico Square, a City of Toronto Park in Etobicoke-Lakeshore, John works to bring exceptional moments to everyone's lives. With over twenty years experience, specializing in customized multi-faith ceremonies, John adds that unique touch to your special occasions. He is willing to travel within the GTA to perform your non-denominational naming ceremony or your spiritual Baptism ceremony. He looks forward to discussing your dreams, helping you make them come true for those pivotal family moments.
Robb McDonald
Robb was recently voted the prestigious Wedding Industry Expert's award contest as the 'Best Ceremony Celebrant' in Toronto and across Canada. Robb, an Etobicoke resident, has a high regard for others and their feelings. His engaging personality and amazing sense of humour enables people - including strangers - to feel very welcome and comfortable when working with him. Through his empathy, dedication to detail and persuasive leadership, he will make the planning and execution of your naming ceremony or your Baptism ceremony a real pleasure. His strong spirituality, combined with a great attention to detail, make him a most sought-after celebrant. His compassionate and non-judgmental approach and unique outlook on life and love will ensure that he will help create a wonderful welcoming ceremony for parents to remember forever. Robb is fluently bilingual in English and French. Spend a few moments talking with Robb and see for yourself.
Robb a reçu récemment un prestigieux prix des Experts du secteur des mariages en tant que « Meilleur célébrant de cérémonie » à Toronto et au Canada. Robb, un résident d’Etobicoke, a un grand respect des autres et de leurs sentiments. Sa personnalité attachante et son grand sens de l’humour font que les gens – y compris les étrangers – se sentent bien et sont à l’aise de travailler avec lui. Grâce à son empathie, à son engagement envers les détails et à son leadership convainquant, ce sera un plaisir pour vous de planifier et de réaliser votre cérémonie d’attribution de nom ou votre cérémonie de baptême. Sa forte spiritualité, qui va de pair avec un grand souci du détail, fait de lui un célébrant fort recherché. Son approche compatissante et neutre, combinée à une perspective de vie et d’amour unique, contribuera à la réalisation d’une cérémonie merveilleuse d’accueil pour des parents qui s’en souviendront longtemps. Robb maîtrise à la fois le français et l’anglais. Prenez le temps de parler à Robb et de la constater par vous-même.
Janice Meighan
Whether you desire a spiritual or traditional ceremony or wish to blend traditions in a uniquely new way, your child’s naming or baptism ceremony requires someone to listen supportively and guide with sensitivity and experience to help you make it uniquely your own. Janice would welcome the opportunity to assist parents at this important and special time in your family’s life journey. Janice lives in Toronto and holds her Master’s degree in Religious Studies (as an historian), from the University of Toronto. She is also a long-time bereavement counsellor and educator, and has extensive experience in the business sector.
Michelle Meghie
"Let the little children come unto Me, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these". --The Bible, Luke 18:16 One of Michelle's greatest strength is engaging and connecting with children and their parents from all walks of life, circumstances, cultures and religion. She has an amazing smile that is warm, inviting and sets the tone for the beginning of positive working relationship. Michelle is a loving mother and understands how precious a child is to his/her parents. A child is one of the great miracles of life thus she will execute this special occasion with love and sensitivity. Michelle has a spirited personality as she is resourceful and seasoned event planner. She comes equipped with extensive knowledge, ideas, and experiences that will ensure your child's welcoming is a very pleasurable and memorable day.
Kathryn Haynes
Kathryn, who lives in Newmarket, believes that your baptism or naming celebration should be as special as the new addition to your family! She is dedicated to providing you with the ceremony that you, your family, and your friends will always remember. As an Appointed Designated Minister, she looks forward to guiding you to craft a ceremony that is a true reflection of your family. Kathryn enjoys music and plays the Alto Saxophone and Fife. An avid history buff and ‘time-traveler', Kathryn re-enacts the American Revolution as a loyalist refugee and volunteers with the Stratford Perth Heritage Foundation.
Baptism Stories
It was such a wonderful service. We have received so many compliments from our friends and family about the baptism, many saying it was the best Baptism ceremony they have ever been to. Thank you very much for everything. We will definitely do the same type of service for our future children. Jennifer Dobson
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