Audrey's Baptism

Saturday was our second day with Kelly's family in Richland, WA and it was a big day for everyone. Audrey was baptized in Kelly's family's church in a small private ceremony. Audrey's Grammy (Carol), Papa (Bob), Uncle Brian, Aunt Sarah, Cousin Emma, and Great Grandma were all there. Even more special was that Audrey was the 16th person from Kelly's family baptized in the gown she was wearing in the ceremony. We figure the gown is 98 or 99 years old and Audrey's Great Grandma was the 3rd person baptized in it--88 years ago.

The priest who performed the ceremony did a very nice job. He was very open and understanding of Kelly's and my differing backgrounds. He also did a great job explaining things and allowing Emma to participate in many of the tasks.

We are very thankful that Brian and Sarah agreed to be Audrey's godparents. We can't think of anyone more well equipped to help guide her through her own spiritual journey, especially when she is old enough to ask questions we might have a difficult time answering, and when she starts making choices on her own.