Jesus' Baptism

So we told you earlier this week that the 12 days of Christmas had come to an end, and they did. But actually, today is really the end of the Christmas season in the Church.

I remember Cloë, we talked about this last year. 

That's right Cloë. Most of the people we know were baptized when they were little babies but in Jesus' day they baptized people as adults.

Do you remember where Jesus was baptized and by whom?

It was his cousin, John the Baptist. 

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And he baptized him in the Jordan River. 

Our master, our granny and our uncle (in the 2 photos) all renewed their baptismal promises in the Jordan River when they were in Israel last year.

I bet that was exciting Cloë.

It sure was. So Tallulah, do you remember what special thing happens when a human is baptized.

I sure do, they become an official member of the Church and of God's family.

Very good Cloë. Once you have been baptized you also become: 

a priest, 

a prophet and 

a king. 

We are going to talk about each of these roles during the next week. 

So stay tuned everybody!

Finally, ask mom and dad about the day of your baptism. Ask to see the keepsakes: the white garment, baptismal candle, prayers, photos, and other symbols of your baptism! 

Woof!

Cloë and Tallulah