Brenna didn't get to wear my beautiful baptismal gown. Her godparents weren't able to be there, nor were Evan's parents. And there was despair over Brenna's declining health.
But it was the most special baptism for our baby girl.
On Christmas Day, at 1:30 a.m., Brenna Helen Marie was baptized and given to the Lord by Evan's childhood pastor, Pastor Larry. To avoid removing her oxygen, he annointed her shoulder with sterile water as he made the sign of the cross, while Evan and I both were able to place our hands on her other shoulder.
Baptizing Brenna gave us such a peace that early morning as we prayed for her condition to improve, and that peace hasn't left our hearts.
Our wonderful nurse took photos for us...
There is a lot of glare from the glass, but you can still make out Evan's and my hands...
How precious she is. I love her nickname "Kitten "
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Judy
Oh, Courtney and Evan, you can see how powerful, emotional and special Brenna's baptism was. How wonderful Pastor Larry was there for you. These pictures are priceless. So happy she's continued fighting and is making strides. Love & prayers to you all.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful baptism!
ReplyDeleteI don't see a glare, but a light beam of God captured right there with you during the baptism!! Beautiful!!
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