TL;DR: While reflecting on photos from my children’s baptism, I was struck not just by the moment itself, but by the unmistakable joy of the pastor officiating it.
Appreciated this piece, and love the title. It is indeed so joyful to preside over baptism! I also love serving communion. I am struck each time anew by how precious these dear folks are as they come forward to receive the elements, and there is deep joy (gratitude) in this for me.
Appreciated this piece, and love the title. It is indeed so joyful to preside over baptism! I also love serving communion. I am struck each time anew by how precious these dear folks are as they come forward to receive the elements, and there is deep joy (gratitude) in this for me.