Joachim's Baptism (on 10-14-12)

When we began attending the Traditional Latin Mass twelve years ago, I was fascinated by all the ceremonies, one of them being the Rite of Baptism. The ceremony begins in the church entrance with many beautiful prayers and exorcisms. I wish my first four children had received baptism in the old rite. They could have used the exorcisms;-)

Joachim Joseph, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

Chrism has got to be thee most heavenly scent on earth. I did not wash Joachim's hair until the scent fully wore off four days later. Love, love, LOVE!

Bestowal of the Candle

Joachim's wonderful godparents Phil and Sara with our priest Canon Hellmann

Everybod-eeeee!

 Drewy got a special photo with Joachim because he was leaving for Europe that evening. I think he likes his new brother. Even guys think bitty babies are precious.

White as snow - a perfect little soul

This baptismal gown is a family heirloom of sorts. I was baptized in it. Every one of my siblings has been baptized in it as well as my mom's grandchildren. I'm not going to try and count how many that is.