We believe as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints that when a person turns 8 years old they are old enough to be accountable for their actions. This also means that they can make the choice to be baptized and become a member of the church. Jocelyn was able to witness her older sisters make this choice and many friends also make this important choice. When we found out our family was moving to Brasil one of the first questions Jocelyn asked was, "will I still be able to be baptized?" The answer was of course yes and one of the many questions she had about our move was put to rest. When the day drew closer we started talking about location for the baptism. The baptism needed to be held in a body of water where the person being baptized can be fully submerged. There is a font at our church but Jocelyn was really intent on being baptized in a pool. When it was decided that she would be baptized at the same time as another girl in our congregation it was decided that the church font would work out best for logistical reasons. The date was set for February 12th. On the 11th Rob got a message that the water at the church was not working, that issue thankfully was resolved and we moved forward with the original plan. Our family arrived to church on the 12th and the font was being filled only to find out that the plug was not put in correctly and all the water drained. It was starting to look like Jocelyn would get her wish after all. The baptism was moved to a backyard pool. The other family that was baptizing their daughter was more than gracious to host the wonderful event.
A few of my girls getting ready for the day
My little eight year old ready to make wonderful promises to our Heavenly Father. She was full of sunshine and love.
All my girlies. The big three were such great help making goodies, singing a song and playing music for the event
Though our extended family was so far from us for the event we felt so much love and support from our new family of Brasil. Being a member of this church gives me strength, support and love.
Baptism Buddies
