Monday, December 22, 2008

Heathen no more



"Graciously hear our prayers, we beseech Thee, O Lord, and by Thy unfailing might protect this soul of Thy choice, Leopold Michael, now marked with the sign of Our Lord's holy cross. Preserving inviolate this first impress of Thy great glory, may he keep Thy commandments and thus deserve to attain the glory of baptismal rebirth."

"Leopold Michael, I baptize you in the + Father, and of the + Son, and of the + Holy Spirit."

"Receive this white garment and see that you wear it without stain to the judgement seat of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you may enjoy life everlasting."

"Receive this burning light and safeguard your Baptism by a blameless life: keep God's commandments so that when our Lord comes to the marriage feast you may be worthy to greet Him with all the saints in the heavenly court, and live forever and ever."

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

I love it! We were there; it was awesome. You look lovely. And, Leopold is a treasure. Mom S.

Nicole Bradica said...

What a beautiful family photo!!

(We called Mags "Pagan Baby" till she was baptized:)