Today is the day that we have been waiting for, Avery Matthew Pryor's Baptism.
We had a wonderful, totally and completely spiritual day ... it started with attending church starting at 9:00 am. Avery came to the house and then from there we went to church. It was Fast and Testimony meeting so I decided to bear my testimony for Avery. I love him like he is my own son, and I am so happy for him and the decision he has made to be baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
During church (priesthood meeting) Robert was ordained a Priest, and he will perform the baptism of Avery - oh my gosh - how special is that.
We came home and ate a late lunch, broke our fast and prepared for the special occasion. I made Phad Thai for everyone - one batch spicy and the other not spicy.
Marissa and Avery hung out in the family room, while we did other things. Mark Avery and Robert went over early to get ready, while Betsy and Marissa went early to set up the room and refreshments. We took photos ahead of time and the baptism started just past 5:30 pm.
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| Avery and Marissa |
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| Marissa and Mark |
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| Robert and Avery Robert baptized Avery |
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| Betsy and Robert - so proud of you |
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| Avery's extended family: Betsy, Robert, Avery, Marissa and Mark |
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| Betsy, Robert, Avery and Marissa!!!! |
We had a beautiful baptismal service lead by Brother Blaine Blood and Marissa Lowe giving the talk on Baptism. She created such an amazing spirit in the room - it was so strong. Robert did a perfect job baptizing Avery (even when Avery's feet slipped up but he was able to stay down). Betsy gave a personal talk on the Gift of the Holy Ghost (which he will receive next week in Sacrament meeting).
After the service - we had refreshments!!!
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| Avery with Meg and Marissa |
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