Sunday, October 2, 2011

Tahnee's Baptism

Today we had the occasion of present Tahnee Charisse for baptism. She was baptised by the Reverend Rupke in the Free Reformed Church of Southern River. The same church where we were married and where Lucas was also baptised. (Small fact: for all three special occasion we have had a different minister!).

Tahnee was held by Chris's mum and wore the Vander Linden baptisimal gown. She was a little champion during the service and did not cry at all. We enjoyed coffee, cake, soup and sandwiches with family and friends afterwards. It was a very special day, and one that we had dared not to think about, until she was transferred to PMH and had her surgeries. We are very thankful that we were able to plan for (and have) Tahnee baptised, rather than planning for a funeral, as unfortunately, given the 50/50 chance of survival, this was a possible reality. We give thanks to God for His grace that was provided to Tahnee.










4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Congratulations with Tahnee's baptism, may our gracious God who protected and saved her grant her continued healing. May He also give to both of you wisdom , joy and health to raise these covenent children to His glory. all our love U john and A Johanna

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on Tahnee's baptism. Looking at the beautiful pictures here makes you realize how beautiful is God's grace to us. Seeing all these smiling happy faces and in such a short time from birth to now. God is indeed good. Would love to have some family photo's sent to me if you can. Love from Aunt Harriet

round about brouwers said...

Brings tears to my eyes, because I know only too well that feeling of being able to present God's child for baptism and not funeral. I think I had a lump in my throat the whole service we had for Connor. What an awesome day!! Congratulations. xx

HH said...

Congratulations to you both! It would have been a very special moment and we are thankful that you could have this day. Hope she continues to go from strength to strength.