Bryn- B. R. Y. N.

This cute new family moved into our Ward. Their oldest daughter happens to be in Glory's class at school & at Church. We were able to take Glory & the Schanz girls to Bryn's baptism today. Bryn is always smiley & always introduces herself by spelling her name for you. It's super cute!

After the Baptism- Primary friends!

Nick's Baptism

One of Brett's Seminary students from last year got baptized today. (Yes! Nick came to early morning Seminary for the last 2 years without even being a Member of The Church.) Nick asked that Brett baptize him. Brett felt very grateful to be a part of Nick's special day.

Here's our good friends the Fifes with Nick (they recently adopted Nick & his 2 brothers)

Glory was Baptized!

Glory had quite the special day!!! Brett was able to baptize her today!

Here's the men that were able to stand in the circle when she received the Holy Ghost and got confirmed a member for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

 She was blessed to have quite a few friends support her in her decision today. Here's their group hug!

Here's all the youth that came. Thanks so much for supporting us today!

Here's all of Glory's extended family that came up for this special weekend. 

Glory was so excited to have them all here!!!!!

What a lucky family we are to be a part of Glory's life.

Afterwards- we had a bunch of people over for dinner. So glad to have a place to host all these wonderful people.

Baptism Preview

Glory can hardly stand her excitement for her upcoming baptism in June. She can't wait to follow the example of Jesus. Tonight, she had a Baptism Preview. Our Church leaders had all the kids that were turning eight this year come to the Church to talk to them about baptism and walk them through what will happen when it's their turn. Brett and I both went with her on this little momentous date. She felt so special!!! She's such a beautiful girl and shines His light everyday. We're so lucky to be her parents!!

Kassi's Baptism

We had the privilege of attending Kassi's baptism this weekend. We are super proud of her decicion to follow Jesus. You're awesome, Kassi! So glad we could join you.

P.S. I also had the opportunity to make her baptism announcement. Liberty, Kassi and I went out and took pictures last week. She's so photogenic. Love them!

UT: Halle's Baptism

The really important part of our UT trip this time was Halle's Baptism. We adore the Davis family and are so lucky that they let us come stay with them.

It was super duper special to be there for her big day!

Cheri threw a big shindig at her place afterwards. It was amazing as usual!!! Fun to see so many people & eat such delicious food! Amazing~

Congrats, Halle! We're so proud of your decision to follow Jesus! Luv ya!

Great to be Eight: Victoria's Baptism

The highlight for our weekend was Victoria's decision to be baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We are so proud of her good example to our family and those around her. She has such a sweet spirit and always wants to do what is right.

Our family is so lucky to have Brett be worthy to hold the Priesthood. It is such a huge blessing in our lives. Brett had the opportunity to be the one to baptize and confirm Victoria. Victoria LOVES her daddy! They have a special bond already so this was a special day for them.

This was our families first time participating in a Stake Baptism. It was different but still really special. Instead of us planning the whole thing, we picked a song, asked one person to speak and did the prayers. Other than that, the Stake planned it all and even made up the Program. There was another little boy in a different ward that got baptized as well. 

Victoria asked Grandma Karla and Grandma Seamons to give the prayers. She also asked Aunt Cheri to give a talk. We got to sing some of her favorite songs- I am a Child of God, When I am Baptized and A Child's Prayer. The program was very sweet.

For her confirmation, she choose to just have her Dad, her witnesses (Grandpa and Brian Payne) and the Bishopric in the circle. Through the Priesthood Power, Brett was able to give her a very special blessing along with the Gift of the Holy Ghost. Very special!

We were so blessed by the fact that so many of our friends and family could be there to spend Victoria's special day with her. Thanks to Grandma Karla & Ryler, Grandma and Grandpa Seamons, Shauna, Cheri, Ethan & Halle, the Paynes, the Andersons, Bishop Campbell, the Coils, Sister Mueret (her Primary teacher), the Winwards, the Bywaters, Sister Snoddy (Primary Pres), the Mergenthalers (FIGGS leader) and President Christensen for being there. Also, she was given so many thoughtful, fun gifts. Wow! Thank You! What a lucky girl.

As part of the Stake Baptisms here in Helena [to focus more on the ordinance than a celebration after], they ask that you don't do any gathering afterwards at the Church. It was not what we are used to but we followed their counsel. So we took the family out to dinner afterwards (the Paynes joined us). But that's a different story. ;)

Victoria-
We are so very proud of you and your decision to follow Jesus. We are so blessed to have you be a part of our family! XOXO

P.S. Victoria and I had the opportunity to go to the Rexberg Temple and take pictures of her in her dress a few weeks back. Here's a few of our favorites of her in her Baptism dress. What a beautiful girl!

Here's the Program the Stake Leaders made up:

Here's a copy of certificate. She's official!

Victoria's Baptism Announcement

Victoria wanted me to sew her a Baptism dress. [I made one for Liberty when she was baptized] We went shopping for fabric and a pattern last week. She had some changes she wanted made to the pattern. I'm not a clothes sewer so I wasn't sure I could pull it off and I tried to persuade her in a certain direction. She told me at one point- "Don't be mad, Mom if my idea is not your idea." LOL
I finished the dress this week and she was very happy with it!
We had a lot of fun taking pictures for her announcement. She's such a beautiful girl! She can be silly and has the best laugh ever. We think the picture of the little girl with Jesus looks just like her. It's a painting by David Bowman titled Security. I love how they turned out!

Victoria's Baptismal Preview

Victoria and her friends

Victoria will be turning EIGHT soon. She wants to be baptized a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Our leaders did a Great to be Eight Night: Baptismal Preview this evening. The kids were instructed how their special day will go and given a list of things to bring. They even got to practice what it will be like in the font. Then they served treats. Victoria LOVES treats! It was a fun night to be with her.

December Trip to UT: Molly's Baptism

We got to participate in Molly's Baptism today. It was so special we could be there. We're really proud of your decision, Molly!