In the future, Christmas will not only mean the birth of Jesus for our family but the day we reflect back on Kent and Brooke's baptism. Surrounded by family and light seeping through the stained glass, Pastor Al Solmonson baptized Kent and Brooke and also gave a touching sermon.
It was a special moment when Pastor Al asked for our family to join us in front. Great-Grandmother Colleen was asked to pour the water and Grandparents John and Carol lit the candles. Brooke wore the Swanson family heirloom, a white baptismal gown first worn by my Uncle Rob and then each family member afterward. It was sewn by my Great-Grandmother Ann McDonald. Brooke was also given a beautiful Danish cross given to her by her Grandparents Bing and Britta.
Brooke was a well behaved baby during her baptism. She squirmed at first but then gave a big smile for her Auntie Caitlin. It was a great day! A big thank you to Pastor Al for welcoming us with open arms and being an important part of the community of Petersburg and the Lutheran Church.
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