It was interesting to hear the priest conducting a baptism speak of the annointing of the baby with oil as a form of "trigger" to mark, celebrate and "bring out" the God given gifts within the child. (God) parents were encouraged to help the child discern these gifts and, over the years, help bring them out. We were reminded that God delights to see us make the most of the gifts we are given. I loved the idea of the annointing being a physical manifestation of these blessings...
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