With Bryan leaving soon, we wanted to get Jack baptized prior to his departure. I called the Statesboro United Methodist Church for help. Lucky us, the senior pastor is also the Chaplain for the GBI and Georgia State Patrol and is retiring in June to work with Homeland Security. So, needless to say, he has a special place in his heart for families like ours. Although we are not members of SUMC, he was very happy to hold a private ceremony for us Saturday morning. We are so thankful. Our Statesboro family came out to witness the ceremony as well. The Carters, Waters, Wilkes, Lindsay and Jeb (soon-to-be Tysons... !!!) were all present as we vowed to raise Jack as a Christian until he chooses to confirm his faith. Due to the last minute arrangements, it was impossible for family to attend - however, having our friends there meant the world to us. As always - we really value our friendships and think of all of as you family.
Baptism Ceremony with Godparents Robbie and Matthew Wilkes and Pastor Charles Houston.
Dad, Mom, and Jack
Matthew, Robbie, Jack, Mom and Dad
Dad, Mom and Jack with Pastor Houston.
The whole group: (l-r) Greg, Trish, Dylan, Robbie, Olivia, Matthew, Steph, Josh, Jack, Bryan, Brandi, Jeb and Lindsay.Afterward, we invited everyone to our house for a very informal celebration: Cake and sweet tea. Olivia and Dylan got the chance to spend some time with Jack. Crazy to think the kids I used to babysit are old enough to babysit my kid. Jeb and Lindsay, however, took off to catch a flight to Vegas! But we were happy they were able to come to ceremony, of course! At least they got a bit of God in before a bit of gambling :)
(It's quite apparent by looking at these pictures that I need a new point and shoot camera ... :( sad day. )
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The photos are great. We are so pleased Jack has been 'blessed' and it was so thoughtful of the pastor to perform a private baptism. Baby Jack looked so cute in his little white outfit, obviously unphased by the whole event.
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