Saturday, August 28, 2010

Ian's Baptism


Ian opted for a very private and small baptism. Often in our church eight year old children are baptized at a group baptism service. Ian didn't like the idea of other families watching him get baptized, so we arranged for him to have his own service. He asked that we not invite friends, just our family. It ended up turning out really special.

Welcome Ian, as the newest member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

As you can see, we had a pretty great day!

The program was wonderful:
Grandma Williams played the piano.
Lucas gave the opening prayer.
Ian's cousin, Rory, gave a great talk on Baptism.
Pappy and I did a duet of "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing".
Brooklyn gave a very nice talk on the Holy Ghost.
Aaron performed the baptism, with Uncles Jared and Nathan as witnesses.
Ian's cousin, Ewan, gave the closing prayer.

After the service we went home and enjoyed DELICIOUS food and dessert. So, although we missed the people in our family that couldn't make it. We had a practically perfect day.

5 comments:

Adrienne said...

I realize this post is about Ian (congrats!) but I just had to write and tell you (Emily) that you look so gorgeous in those photos! Love the color of your dress on you. :)

Hillfivesome said...

You have the most beautiful family Emily. Congratulations on your sons baptism. Emily Hill

casa chandler said...

Beautiful pictures! Sorry we didn't make it...technical difficulties. You all look fantastic in your pictures! Congratulations, Ian!

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness Ian is not that old! Your family is so cute! I love the pictures. Congratulations Ian!!!

auntie libby said...

yeah for Ian. we are so very proud of our good boy. come visit us soon. big hugs and kisses to you all.