Our little man was baptized today. I can't believe how big he is. It was a really nice program. One of his Primary teachers spoke on baptism and she said some really nice things about Jared.
(Jared and his primary teacher Sister Hawes)
Kevin baptized Jared and Andy Johnson and Grandpa California were the witnesses. The water was a bit cold so when Jared came up out of the water he had a bit of a shocked look on his face. Anna has been worried for Jared about going under the water so when she saw his face she blurted out the question, "Are you OK Jared?" Jared kind of chuckled and reassured his sister that he was OK.
After Kevin and Jared changed Grandma California and I sang "I Feel My Savior's Love" and then Grandpa California Gave the talk on the Holy Ghost. After his conformation the Primary President and the Bishop welcomed Jared into the ward and bore their testimonies.
(Grandpa and Grandma California)
(Conformation Circle: Sam Wilkinson, Todd Benner, Quin Briggs, Grandpa California, Kevin, Paul Anderson, Andy Johnson, Bishop Rothlisberger)
Jared planned the whole program from the songs to the people involved. He has been looking forward to this for a while. Tonight for prayers he asked Heavenly Father to help him choose the right. After the prayer he turned to me and said, "I really hope I can choose the right." I told him that he already does and we love him so much. He is such a blessing and we are truly blessed to have him as a part of our family.
11 comments:
I have that same watch, I am wearing it right now :) Me and my siblings used to define our grandparents by where they lived too! Congrats on having such a wonderful son, what a sweet kid!
Oh, Jared...what a sweet boy! Congratulations to you Jared! We love you and are so proud of the choice you made to be baptized as a member of the church. What an example you are to your sisters and your cousins. Heavenly Father is so proud of you too. He loves you and is pleased with the decision you made to be baptized. Keep choosing the right. We were thinking of you on your special day. Always remember this day and the feeling you had today as you received the gift of the Holy Ghost. We love you!!, Uncle Bubbs, Aunt Lacey, and cousins Rafe and Finn.
What a special day...It's such a sweet thing to see 8 year olds get baptized. Congrats Jared!
Such a cute picture of your family!
Oh wow...congrats to Jared and your cutie family.
Wow what a special day for you and for Jared! If you're ever in UT, let us know!!
This is wonderful!!! What a beautiful day.
Jared, congratulations!!! I wish that my family could have been there at your baptism. You are a wonderful example of choosing the right, and we are excited for you. Way to go!!! Keep up those great choices.
Once again Anna is cute. Its nice to read how concerned she is for Jared.
I cannot believe Jared is 8 that is amazing.
Congratulations to expanding your membership in the church, that sounds awkward sorry its not meant to.
Jared is such a sweet boy. I'm glad Isaac has such a good example to look up to.
You and your mom did a wonderful job on your song, by the way. What a neat experience to be able to do that together. You both have such beautiful voices and it was sweet see you look at Jared as only a proud mama can.
Happy day! Jared you made the right choice. The pictures are great and the whole family looks so happy! May the Lord continue to bless your beautiful family.
Congratulations on your baptism Jared! You look so happy and handsome in your pictures.
Congrats Jared!
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