Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Baby Day

I think every church in the Indianapolis area (probably across America) experienced Baby Dedication Sunday this week. I guess Mother's Day is a good day for that. ;) We attended Northview Christian Life, where Matt and Ashli attend, to witness the dedication of Rachelle Brooke. Their pastor did a nice job of explaining the dedication service and that this does not serve as a baptism for these babies nor are they in need of salvation at this time in their lives. The dedication service is an act where the parents make a promise to God publicly that they will raise these children in God-centered homes. Their pastor even said it might be more fitting to call it a Parent Dedication.

Matt, Ashli, and Rachelle:

Matt, Ashli, and Rachelle during dedication prayer:

Matt, Ashli, and Rachelle after the service:
I knew this would be a special day for them and wanted to add my own special spin. I decided to put my talents to good use and created a little book for Rachelle. Each page has photos of Rachelle and/or photos of Rachelle with family. The pages also have scripture to remind her how much she is loved by Jesus. I made it with little hands in mind and I hope as she grows she will find joy in looking through the pages.

Front of album:

Back of album:

Here are the digital versions of all the pages:

p.s. Since I mentioned salvation, I don't want to leave any visitors hanging. If you have questions about salvation (How am I saved? or Why do I need salvation? etc), please, please leave a comment with a way for me to email you.

5 comments:

PEEPER said...

Just FYI, for anyone who reads this, the book Stephanie made was even more impressive in person! (I got a sneak peek of it!)
Stephanie...why weren't you PRAYING during the prayer...he he he

Stephanie said...

I should make it clear that Mark was the photographer and I was the designated pray-er! :)

Anonymous said...

When Ashli told me that you had taken lots of pictures and that you, Stephanie, had made a book for Rachelle, I had no idea how beautiful and meaningful the book would be. Thanks for the pictures of the pages. I can't wait to read it.

DR

Anonymous said...

Mark and Stephanie's presence at Rachelle's dedication and Stephanie's gift to her was priceless! Family is the most important thing in our lives. We love you both so much.

I know little Rachell's hands will handle Aunt Stephanie's book with care and delight, as she gazes at her family's faces.

Anonymous said...

What a precious, fantastic, and thoughtful gift! That will be treasured, i'm sure for many years to come! What a great auntie you are! :)