Why do humanists celebrate new life?. What do you celebrate?

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Why do humanists celebrate new life?

What do you celebrate?

Human beings are special and human life is valuable Humanists don’t believe in a god, or believe we can never know if there is a god Humanists believe we only have one life and we should make the most of this life Human beings should try to live full and happy lives and should help others do the same What do humanists believe?

What do you think humanists celebrate?

... who do you celebrate with?... where do you celebrate?... how do you celebrate? (What do you do?)... why do you celebrate? When you celebrate...

Which is the most important? To have a party To name the child To give special people roles in the child’s life To bring family and friends together To receive gifts for the child To create photos and videos of the child as a baby Why might we celebrate the arrival of a new baby?

Celebrate new life Celebrate the community of family and friends Show love and support The parents can decide exactly what happens and what they want to say A humanist naming ceremony

Every new human being has the potential to lead a happy and fulfilling life. Every new human being has the potential to improve the lives of others and possibly everyone. Every new human being has the potential to improve our understanding of the world and ourselves. Why do humanists celebrate new life?

1)You are special 2)God loves you 3)Be happy 4)God will take care of you 5)I promise to take care of you 6)Make the most of your life 7)Be good to other people Statements

1)You are special 2)God loves you 3)Be happy 4)God will take care of you 5)I promise to take care of you 6)Make the most your life 7)Be good to other people Statements Statements you might hear at a humanist naming ceremony are highlighted in green

Think about: 1) Where would you hold it? 2) Who would you invite? Why are these people important? 3) What would you do to make it special? 4) What would you say and why? 5) What promises would you make? 6) What advice would you give? 7) Why do we need support from other people in our lives? Planning a naming ceremony Words: Love Care Support Friendship Family Help Teach Play

Write a promise on a leaf

What would you want to ask a humanist about Humanism?

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