Max's Baptism

Sunday was a very special occasion for young Max as he was baptised into God's family! Thanks to everyone who came along to witness and celebrate with us on the day - it was really awesome to have so many family and friends there.


Max was fairly well behaved for the church service, but by the time the actual baptism ceremony came around he was a bit hungry and loudly voiced his complaints all through the water being put on his head.


It may also have been just that bit too long to make him wear a dress. Although it was gorgeous and made the ceremony and memories of the day that much more special (thanks Nan!), I guess you can't expect boys to enjoy being dressed up like that for too long. Max made sure that everyone knew about his displeasure by competing with Pastor Nik for who could make the loudest noise during the prayer afterwards. I'm not sure who ended up winning but they both have good lungs!

Pastor Nik then gave a very good sermon about baptism and the importance of raising your children to know Christ both by what you as parents tell them and by what you do to set a good example and give them good guidance and boundaries. I'm sure it will be a challenge, but it's one we are looking forward to and know God will help us with, as well as Max's godparents and extended family.

Overall the day went really well, and we had a nice lunch afterwards as well, so thank you again to everyone who came along and brought food to share, and who helped set up and clean up afterwards. A special thanks to those involved in the service, especially to Christel and Shane for being Max's godparents, and Pastors Nik and Troy for running the service, and also to the worship team.

We had a great day and hope you did too!