As yesterday came to a close, those words kept swirling inside of me. Today I still feel as though I am overflowing with love. A day, a blessing, so beautiful could only come from God Himself.
Yesterday Rachel Olivia Melius received the Sacrament of Holy Baptism.
Due to time constraints in the morning, we planned the baptism as its own ceremony yesterday afternoon. This was the first time we had baptized outside of mass, so we were expecting a short ceremony, as it would be during mass.
It was so much more than we expected. Father Christopher provided our family with a loving, personalized, and deliberate ceremony. That, coupled with the miracle that was taking place in our daughter’s life, completely overwhelmed our hearts.
It was one of those moments in life that was really too beautiful for this earth.
There are several details I always want to remember about Rachel’s baptism:
Many wonderful friends and family in attendance to pray and celebrate with us
Teresa starting an impromptu round of applause after Fr. Christopher closed his homily and said that Rachel Olivia would soon be baptized.
Nathan with his nose right up to the font as Father prayed over the water.
Landen assisting with the oils and getting a taste of altar serving. (He is proud to say that he has been trained for that.) :o)
Rachel completely wide eyed as she was blessed and baptized.
All of our children taking an active part, really understanding what was happening, and wanting to know more about their own baptisms.
Coming home to a house full of loved ones, great conversation, food, and laughter
How can one really sum up such an awesome day?
Godparents Eddie & Rachel, Fr. Christopher, Godparents Deb & Doug
Melius family (except for Uncle John)
Joachim family
Wow. Beautiful. Amazing. Grace.
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