Church Resources
Candle Ceremony
A miracle lies in the path that God has chosen for us. Today we affirm our love and commitment to (name of adoptive child)—love and commitment made by two families.
The two lighted candles symbolize your separate lives, your separate families. I ask (name of birthparent/s and adoptive parents) to each take one candle and together light the center candle.
Lighting the center candle represents your combined love and commitment to (name of adoptive child) and his/her future, as well as the joining of an affirmation and commitment of your families and friends. This represents the unity that you share in (name of adoptive child)’s life.
Each of you here with us today has been given a candle. We ask that you come forward, light your candle, and place it around the wreath to represent your support for this unity.
May your support and caring bring happiness, growth, and lasting good for all of you.
Song and Closing Prayer