Her great-grandparents, and grandparents, aunts, uncle and cousin all set the date on their calendars to attend. Great-grandparents traveled all the way from Colorado to be present at the blessed event. You can only imagine the disappointment when Chris and Kim were informed, the afternoon before, that the service is canceled due to no electrical power in the church.
Kim called her pastor to ask if he would consider performing the baptism without the usual congregational service. He was absolutely willing! Natalie's baptismal service was private, precious and memorable. Jack even had a part when the pastor asked him what he was sprinkling on Natalie's head.
Great-grandpa and Jack explore the baptismal fount.
It was a beautiful and joyous day.
Being Father's Day made it really special for Chris, holding his new daughter and promising to teach her about Jesus' love.
As grandparents, we too, were reminded of God's covenant blessing to generations of believers. Natalie has many generations of relatives that loved the Lord, and grandparents that love her and will pray for her always.
For Jack it was a day about "water". First the symbolism of the washing away of sins and the afternoon of water's cooling pleasure. He and "Monley" entertained each other for hours!
2 comments:
Natalie's baptism sounds really special. She is truly blessed to be surrounded by so many loving people.
What a special and treasured time as the "Faith of our Fathers" is passed on to the next generation.
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