The Rhodehouse Family: Katrina's Baptism Day

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Katrina's Baptism Day

Our little Katrina was baptized on December 28, 2008. It was a very special day for her. Brian and I are so proud of her. Katrina has such a wonderful spirit about her. She also has a testimony of Jesus Christ that she just doesn't realize she has. Katrina got scriptures from Gramma Sue and she has been reading everyday. She loves her scriptures. Katrina loves being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We love Katrina so much and we are proud of her decision to be baptized. She has been waiting patiently since July for Brian to come home for Christmas to baptize her. What a great day it was for her! For this special occasion both sets of grandparents came, two uncles, and an aunt. Katrina felt truly special.

4 comments:

Melinda H. said...: How exciting for Katrina! That's great that Brian got to come home for Christmas and baptize her. Tell her I said congratulations. Greg's sister sent the same quote that you have from Pres. Monson on a tile for Christmas. I love that quote! We miss you guys!!; January 13, 2009 at 8:21 PM
Smedley Family said...: you look so dang great Marquita!! miss you guys!; January 17, 2009 at 8:11 PM
The Rhodehouse's said...: Thank you Lisa!!; January 22, 2009 at 9:01 PM
The Rhodehouse's said...: We miss all of our Alaska friends. I do't do near the things here as I did there.; January 22, 2009 at 9:02 PM

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