Friday Five: the Water and the Word

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For today's five, tell us about your baptismal experiences.

Okay, if you insist, but you're gonna be bored...

When and where were you baptized? Do you remember it? Know any interesting tidbits?

Apparently, my baptism was not of interest. My mother has told me it was in a church in the city where I was born, but the most interesting thing about it was that my godmother, Rita, was there. I liked her!

What's the most unexpected thing you've ever witnessed at a baptism?

I am a member of a very gay-friendly church, but I wasn't aware that the minister performed baptisms with gay parents until I saw one. Suddenly, I noticed there were two dads and a baby up there!!

I was very moved as I have been each time it has happened since.

Does your congregation have any special traditions surrounding baptisms?

Not really.

Are you a godparent or baptismal sponsor? Have a story to tell?

Nope.

Do you have a favorite baptismal song or hymn?

"(Your name), (Your name), God claims you, God helps you, protects you and loves you, too!"

Then, there are 3-4 verses that go with it. It's so soothing and sweet, a lullaby welcome!

Welcome Back, Moon!

Just a few minutes ago, I saw the moon again for the first time in weeks!!

I have had many comforting things happen today. Church was wonderful! We had a "remember your baptism" thing where we could dip our fingers into water and then, make the cross on our foreheads. I did that and while praying at the altar afterward, I was just overwhelmed with love for God and gratitude and really felt connected.

This afternoon, my son and I went for a walk beneath the trees and I felt very deeply connected then, too. Totally surrounded by love! Like they were or God was reaching out to me with love.

We're about to have "pizza night"! Another source of comfort :).

I've been working on healing something and I must say, it's not the most fun I've ever had. But boy, God has been right there with me! (As always).

I'm grateful!