Rituals across a persons Lifespan

  • 1 CE

    Baptism

    Christianity, Water symbolizing cleansing, White Garment symbolizing new status; initiated into Christian community
  • 1 CE

    Naming Ceremony

    Civil Celebrant, Ritual Leader,
  • Period: 1 CE to 80

    Lifespan

  • Period: 1 CE to 13

    Childhood

  • 14

    Puberty

    • Christianity: Communion, Confirmation (Celebrates becoming an adult member of the religious community)
      • Birthday celebrations
  • Period: 14 to 18

    Teenage Years

  • 18

    Graduation

    Assembly, Guard of Honor, Whole School
  • Period: 19 to 65

    Adult Life

  • 30

    Marriage

    Commitment, Religious, Union
  • Period: 65 to 80

    Senior Years

  • 80

    Death

    Funeral, Celebrate Life