2018-05-22

Miriam's baptism

Practically since Analee's baptism three years ago, Miriam hasn't been able to contain her excitement for turning eight and being baptized. That day finally came on Saturday, April 7. Since Seth is 2nd counselor our bishopric, he got to introduce her in the short meeting that proceeds the baptism.

 Seth and Miriam dressed in white and ready for the ordinance.

 Miriam and me. 

Four cute sisters. 

Bennet and Miriam. Since Bennet and Miriam are only two weeks apart in age, we made arrangements for the two of them to be baptized at the same time.  

Miriam and Seth headed to the font. 

Grandma Susan, Uncle Justin, Rebekah, Uncle Jim, Mack, Tav, Grandma Hendricks and Sharon Stucki (Miriam's Primary teacher) also headed to the font. 

Seth baptized Miriam while Bennet and Uncle T watched from the step, then Seth and Miriam moved aside so Uncle T could baptize Bennet while they watched. It was a neat experience for these two cousins to have their special day together.

Miriam on my lap waiting for the men to come out of the dressing room. 

Emma, Kelsey, Bennet, Miriam, Winnie and Hudson eating lunch together at the St. Leon church following the service. With the baptism in early April, we knew we couldn't host a luncheon on the lawn, so we reserved the church and fed everyone there.