Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life, marking them by baptism in the threefold name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Then instruct them in the practice of all I have commanded you. I’ll be with you as you do this, day after day after day, right up to the end of the age. [Jesus]
Matthew 28:19-20 (The Message)
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Day after day after day
Baptizing
Sunday, May 1
Part 2 of 2
Jim baptizing Esme
Being hugged by her mother, Linda
Kya
Kya with her parents Curtis and Bethley
Jim baptizing his granddaughter, Madison
Madison’s parents Jeff and Kris
Marvin (one of our ministers) baptizing Charlotte
Being hugged by her mother, Jenn
Auguste
Auguste and his dad, Kevin
Sam
Sam’s parents Luanne and Dale
Marv baptizing his grandson, Blaine
Blaine’s parents, Scott and Deb
We left a bit before the baptizing service was over (Blaine was the last to be baptized) because our church was also having “Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner”, and our appointment for lunch was 12:30 p.m.
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I will show you where we went for dinner in tomorrow’s entry.
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Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2:38 (English Standard Version)
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O happy day, that fixed my choice
On Thee, my Savior and my God!
Baptizing
Sunday, May 1
Part 1 of 2
Many of the children get a front row to watch baptizing. This service followed morning worship.
You will notice a lot of smiles in these pictures.
Some of the parents waiting for the service to begin.
Ron (one of our ministers) asking Jasmine the three questions prior to her baptizing.
Do you believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, and that He brought from Heaven a saving Gospel?
Do you willingly renounce Satan with all his pernicious ways, and all the sinful pleasures of this world?
Do you covenant with God in Christ Jesus to be faithful unto death?
Prayer
The audience sang one verse of a song while Jasmine’s mother, Beth, wrapped her in a blanket and hugged her.
Ron baptizing his son Deitrick.
Deitrick and his mom, Brenda.
Alayna
Alayna’s mother, Janelle.
Wendall
During prayer for Wendall.
Wendall and his dad, Dwight.
Jim (one of our ministers) baptizing Tenaya
Tenaya’s mother, Dorinda
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More tomorrow night
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The Lord isn’t slow to do what he promised, as some people think. Rather, he is patient for your sake. He doesn’t want to destroy anyone but wants all people to have an opportunity to turn to him and change the way they think and act.
2 Peter 3:9 (GOD’S WORD Translation)
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An amazing example of patience.
More Pictures from the Baseball Field
Saturday, April 30
Future player
Waiting for the next game against Grey.
Our son Jeff talking to Ike (right)
Despite Red’s efforts, Grey won this game.
Jere and Barb
Retro Red (white shirts in background) preparing to play Grey.
Red and Orange get to relax during the last game – Retro Red against Grey.
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Congratulations to Grey for winning the tournament.
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You are the rock where I am safe. You are my shield, my powerful weapon, and my place of shelter.
2 Samuel 22:3 (Contemporary English Version)
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I praise You, Lord, for being all this for me.
More Baseball
Saturday, April 30
Enjoy the game.
Some of the orange team watching.
Red won this one to make it to the playoffs.
I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.
Psalm 119:11 (New Living Translation)
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A wonderful thing to hide in our hearts.
Field, Yard & Baseball
Last Friday afternoon I noticed that Eli was cutting his rye (I think it was rye).
Someone baled it for him on Monday, May 2.
Since we were busy painting the garage on Saturday, Cerwin asked Josh to mow the yard for us.
He looks serious in this picture. No he is not mowing the driveway – just moving to the yard on the other side. 
Our grandson Nathan
After the garage floor was finished (about 2:00 p.m.) we went to our church’s all-day baseball tournament. We have four teams – grey, red, orange, and retro red (those who retired from playing in the league). Retro red gets a team together just for this day because it is a fund-raiser for two families from our church who need financial assistance.
Justin
I think this is Derek
I forget if Justin was safe or out in this play.
Phil
Jesse waits for his turn after Phil’s hit.
Nathan
I think this is Jesse
Our grandson Jordan records the score and other stats.
Coach Ken
Wendell heading to the next base.
Some of the onlookers. Cerwin, Mary Jane, and Diana are closest to the camera.
Justin
Tim
Jordan ready for a hit.
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More baseball pictures tomorrow night.
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