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Question 208

Good morning Father, I would like to know if it's possible to have a blessing in our church for a 1 year child rather to the whole baptising process. The father is  Greek Orthodox and the mother is from Italy. Many thanks

 

Answer to Question 208

 

What exactly is a blessing?

 

Same member

 Perhaps a special prayer, and the crossing of the child's forehead with oil and bless the cross the God parents will give on the day

 

Answer

The Orthodox church doesn't do "blessings" its either all or nothing