Sunfish | Baptism | Stepdads |1982
When I say "Baptism" what come to mind? Do you see fancy baby ceremonies at mass, or a blow up hottub in a gymnasium? Are you picturing a well lit baptismal on a stage or a swimming pool in Deacon Jims backyard? How about a small lake in upstate Minnesota for our setting. Yes. That's where we'll go. I don't have perfectly detailed memories of the Sunday that I prayed the prayer of Salvation in Sunday school, but I have a distinct memory about how that day felt. I heard the stories of Jesus, understood that we were all sinners, recognized that he'd died for my sins and wanted to thank Him for that gift everyday with the rest of my life. I was 7 years old. I remember feeling joy, telling my grandmother and her being very excited about it. I don't remember telling anyone else and I believe my grandmother told my mom and stepfather. I'm not certain how long after that Sunday the Baptisms happened, or even if they happened that very day. I don't rem...










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