Thursday, November 15, 2007

The Newest Member of the Catholic Church!

Our H-bean is a Catholic! At 2 months and 6 days old, on my grandmothers birthday, Hannah was baptized by water into the Mystical Body of Christ. Her uncle Keith conferred the sacrament and did a most excellent job with his homily. H's uncle David also participated by reading the story of Hannah from 1st Samuel (and as you can see in one of the pictures, was also our video guy). She had SO many people come from far and wide to celebrate her initiation and meet her for the first time.
It was a wonderful baptism, followed by two wonderful parties. We are grateful for everyone that traveled to be with us and for all those locally who helped in so many ways. This is another moment that we have so long awaited. If you inhale deep enough, you can still smell the faint aroma of the chrism oils. We are so excited to pass on the gift of our faith to our daughter.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Welcome to the Faith, Hannah! LOVE that dress; good job Mom!
Love to all,
Elizabeth Blanchette

Anonymous said...

It was an awesome celebration, and Hannah was content to be held by everyone. Thank you Lord for this special blessing of Hannah and her parents.

from her Busia

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on the occasion of the Baptism of the most beautiful Ladybug God ever created... Elisabeth, I will pray for SLEEP for you.

love Elisa

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful occasion. Hannah looks so lovely in her magnificent gown. Sorry I could not be there physically, but you know my prayers were with all of you. Can't wait to meet Hannah in person.
We sure appreciate all of the wonderful photos.

Love,

Aunt Kathy