Baptism Officiants in North Bay, ON

John Dancavitch

Each new person enters the world full of curiosity. A community raises a child, a Baptism or Welcoming ceremony introduces the world to this wonderful new being. The child is given an additional name to further help define who they are. We ask another couple to accept responsibility in nurturing this child in a formal commitment. I have respect for all forms of faith. I am a tradesman, senior manager, educator and musician, having lived in Ontario, Alberta and Newfoundland. I would be delighted to assist you in making this special occasion all you have dreamed it would be.

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Amanda Jewell

Born and raised in North Bay, Amanda returned home after she obtained a BA in Environmental Studies at the University of Waterloo. Her degree led her to work as a zookeeper and animal educator for several years. Her love of animals remains, and in her spare time she walks dogs and socializes cats at the local humane society. Since 2016, conducting Life Celebration ceremonies has been her focus. She appreciates the value of conducting a special event like a Naming or Baptism ceremony and being part of this moment in people’s lives. Amanda is an experienced public speaker, sensitive to your needs and a glass half full type of person. Ask to meet with her and we know you won't be disappointed.

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Roberta Bedard

Serving North Bay and the surrounding area, Roberta is honoured to be entrusted with officiating your baptism. As an Appointed Designated Minister, proficient in both English and French, Roberta listens appreciatively in attending to detail. She captures the essence of people’s hopes and dreams as she relies on her public speaking experience and knowledge as an educator to help you create a memorable, highly personalized baptism ceremony. Her warm smile infused with humour and a genuine and caring disposition are reassuring to the people she meets and will surely please your guests. When not planning her next social family/friends gathering, Roberta enjoys the peace and tranquility of her lakefront property gardens, boating excursions on area lakes, and embarking on trips to far away destinations to embrace new cultures, traditions, and breathtaking landscapes. Blessed with four grandchildren, Roberta is constantly amazed by the intuitive nature and creativity of young children who hold the promise of a bright future. She professes that it is her grandchildren who hold the key to her vitality. “Every heart sings a song, incomplete, until another heart whispers back.” (Plato)

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Profil en français

Au service de North Bay et des environs, Roberta a l’honneur de se voir confier la tâche célébrer le baptême de votre enfant. En tant que ministre désignée, compétente en anglais et en français, Roberta écoute avec appréciation tout en s’intéressant aux détails. Elle saisit l’essence des espoirs et des rêves des gens alors qu’elle maintient son expérience et ses connaissances en tant qu’éducatrice pour vous aider à créer une cérémonie de baptême mémorable et personnalisée. Son sourire chaleureux, imprégné d’humour et d’une disposition authentique et bienveillante, rassure les gens qu’elle rencontre et plaira sûrement à vos invités. Lorsqu’elle ne planifie pas sa prochaine réunion de famille sociale et d’amis, Roberta jouit de la paix et de la tranquillité de ses jardins en bord du lac, de ses excursions en bateau sur les lacs de la région et de ses voyages vers des destinations lointaines pour embrasser de nouvelles cultures, traditions et paysages. Dotée de quatre petits-enfants, Roberta est constamment émerveillée par la nature intuitive et la créativité des jeunes enfants qui tiennent la promesse d’un avenir radieux. Elle affirme que ce sont ses petits-enfants qui détiennent la clé de sa vitalité. « Chaque cœur chante une chanson, incomplète, jusqu’à ce qu’un autre cœur chuchote en arrière. » (Plato)