8 is great!

We are excited to announce that this lovely girl is getting baptized on Saturday! Now that she is eight years old, she can get baptized in our church and she can't wait! We believe at eight years old, a child is old enough to be accountable for the choices they make. They are old enough to fully understand right from wrong, and can choose for themselves if they want to be baptized in the church. 

Ethnie needed to have her own interview with our bishop at church before she can be baptized. In this simple interview, the bishop asked her if she believes in God, Jesus Christ, and why she wants to be baptized. He feels she is ready to be baptized.

The baptism will be simple and fairly short with a couple of songs and talks. It is a special thing to witness. It is especially neat for little kids to watch. :)

Ethnie,

I am so excited for your baptism on Saturday. You are such a special girl and I am so very proud of you! I want you to know that you are a child of God who is very loved. I know you will be happy and abundantly blessed in your decision to be baptized. I am proud of you for striving each day to make good choices and for being kind to others around you. :)

love- mom