Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have recently celebrated the christening of their 21-month-old daughter, Lele Bette, in an intimate ceremony held at their luxurious £11 million mansion in Montecito, California.
The couple, who permanently relocated to this stunning property in 2020, ensured that the event remained private and exclusive.
Although invitations were extended to royal family members, including King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Kate Middleton, none of them attended the ceremony, according to a close source.
The spokesperson for the couple confirmed that the christening took place on Friday, March 3, officiated by the Reverend John Taylor, the Bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles.
Reverend John Taylor, who clarified his position as the Bishop rather than the Archbishop of Los Angeles, shared that he had been invited to Elizabeth’s christening but did not attend.
He also revealed an intriguing detail about Meg, mentioning that she employed a magician associated with Doria’s spiritual church.
This information, however, was dismissed by Meghan’s PR team, who seemingly used Reverend John’s reputation to divert attention.
Several mysteries surround the baptism, including the choice of location and the person conducting the ceremony, leading to suspicions of an underlying agenda.
It is worth noting that Episcopalians typically do not baptize during Lent, which falls between February 22 and April 6 this year.
Moreover, baptisms are traditionally performed on Sundays within a church setting, rather than in private residences, unless under exceptional circumstances.
The inability to correctly identify the officiant of the ceremony raises questions about the seriousness and sincerity with which this religious rite was approached.
The Bishop of L.A. may need to provide some explanations regarding these discrepancies.
Even the bishop himself referred to the christening as an “event,” a term that struck many as unusual coming from a religious figure.
The absence of Reverend John Taylor further adds to the intrigue surrounding the event.
One wonders how a bishop from L.A. would have jurisdiction over Montecito, a location that is two hours away and not covered by any archdiocese.
The Episcopalian population in the diocese is relatively small, with approximately 48,000 members, making it unlikely to warrant an archbishopric.
It remains puzzling why the couple did not opt to hold the ceremony at the Episcopal Cathedral instead.
Speculations arise as to whether the presence of Netflix or other influential entities in Montecito played a role in this decision.
However, it is important to remember that the purpose of a christening is to benefit the child, providing them with the comfort and fellowship of the Church and initiating them into the body of Christ.
While some may express disappointment regarding Harry and Meghan’s choices, it is crucial to acknowledge that the responsibility for these decisions lies solely with the couple themselves.
The ceremony, despite taking place in a private home, holds its significance and should not be invalidated based on the location or circumstances.