If your family is having a brit shalom, you’ll probably want to assign roles (for example, kvatter and sandek, who are honorees) and have a few things on hand, including chosen prayers, kosher wine, a kiddush cup, a challah, a ceremonial chair, a pillow for the baby to rest on, etc. For more information about what you might need, and why, pick up a copy of the book Celebrating Brit Shalom (Notim Press, 2015). This guide includes several brit shalom ceremonies, as well as helpful advice, whether you’re planning to have clergy officiate or go the DIY route. Original songs to go with the ceremony are also available.
