Dedication, Nov. 16, 2008

Jacob was dedicated to the Lord Sunday, Nov. 16, along with 11 other babies. That included cousin, Isabelle Terry. It was a very special service, especially sharing it with our families. I'm so glad Grammy & Grampy were able to come. It's very rare they get to be away from their church on a Sunday. Uncle Barry, Auntie Jennifer, Judah & Cherish were able to attend as well. Of course, Jason's family was there as we all attend the same church. It was so nice to be all together.

Bro. Wilson, our Family Ministries pastor, had asked me to say something about what dedicating Jacob meant to Jason & me, & as I was thinking about what I would say an old song came to my mind - "I Know What Prayer Can Do." This service reminded me - again - of the goodness of the Lord & of His faithfulness to His promises. He is so good to us! What a perfect time of year to dedicate our precious gift.

Jacob did so good. His outfit was sailor suit style with his initials embroidered in sky blue on the collar. Hate we didn't get a picture with the hat.Laying on of hands. From left to right, Grampy, Pastor Black, Jason.
Notice Jacob watching Pastor. It was funny - during the ceremony Pastor Black got confused with all the names on his list & called Jacob a strange name, which wasn't the first time he'd called him the incorrect name from the pulpit, & later called me Jennifer while looking directly at me. He realized later what he'd done & got tickled at himself. We love you, Pastor!