On 10/18/15, the congregation welcomed Sage W into our St. Mark family through the sacrament of baptism and by singing member Trudy H’s song, “A New Kid in Our Family”. Sage is the daughter of members Lara and Dan W, and sister of Cascade, who had previously been baptized into our family. Lara’ father, a retired Lutheran Pastor, also participated in the baptism of his granddaughter.
Pastor Beth asked parents, sponsors and the congregation if they would promise to care for Sage, nurture her faith in God, and teach her about God’s love. The resounding response was, “Yes, with the help of God!”
We were invited to cherish the memory of our own baptism. And in doing that, we committed to supporting Sage as she grows in God’s grace and love. As St. Mark’s baptism celebration song says, “With the water and the Spirit, we pledge to do our part.”
Welcome to Sage, our new sister in Christ!
(Post is a bit belated but our intentions and love for Sage are pure!)