Rites of Passage

A rite of passage is a ceremony that marks a transition. By holding a ritual, the community formally acknowledges an individual’s new status. For the person or couple whose life is changing, a rite of passage lets them claim who they now are.

The rites of passage we celebrate are listed below. Click on a category to find its page, with more information about that rite. The page lists the songs we have recorded that we recommend for that rite of passage.