9.01.2009

Meghan's Dedication

Our sweet baby girl, Meghan Clare, was dedicated to the Lord at our church on Sunday. It was a very special time for us, and we're so thankful to God for the gift of Meghan. Here are our pictures from Sunday and the wonderful dedication printed in the bulletin so that our church family could be involved intimately.
Pastor Ronnie reading through the dedication litany (see bottom of page) with us and the congregation.
Our pastor introducing Meghan to her church family. He walked her up and down the isles, giving the congregation a chance to touch her precious toes and rub that head full of hair. It was so special.
The welcoming line at the end of the dedication.

Moira loving on her baby sister.

Pastor Ronnie welcoming the newest member of the church.



Our family of five - I love this one.

Meghan with Aunt Dara.


The happy godparents - it was such a blessing that they were able to be with us this day.




All together!



Asleep after the service, with the precious quilt made by Aunt Dara.

Our beautiful little girl.

Dara and I found the perfect little dress from Strasburg Children for this special day, and she looked precious in it!

So sweet. We love you Little One!
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Dedication of Meghan Clare McCann to God's Care

Minister: We are here today to present Meghan McCann to the church for dedication and affirmation. Collin and Janelle, you hold in your arms a marvelous incarnation of love, entrusted to your care, and fully loved by God. Do you promise to bring her up in God's love?

Parents: We do.

Minister (to congregation): What do we affirm about Meghan?

Congregation: She is made in the image of God. God loves her and offers her redemption.

Minister (to Parents): Will you take the primary responsibility in teaching, loving, and training Meghan in the Christian faith?

Parents: We will!

Minister (to congregation): And will you partner with them in telling Meghan about God's love? About her wonderful Savior, Christ the Lord? Will you teach, love and encourage her as she grows?

Congregation: We will!

Minister: God be with us. We commit ourselves to love and care for Meghan.

All: We come together as a community of faith to proclaim: Thanks be to God for the blessing of Meghan!


6 comments:

DW Hobbs said...

What a joyous day this was! We are so thankful we could be there this weekend to share in Meghan's dedication! The service was so sincere and heartfelt and it warmed my heart to see your church family greet you with such love and affection after her dedication. And what a wonderful church family you have! In three visits we've always felt so welcome there and it always makes it easier to leave again knowing how well you're loved and cared for there in Huntsville. ;-)

Again, thanks so much for having us and we plan to (and with great joy!) love that baby girl just as we've loved, and continue to love, Moira and Ian!

Hugs to each!
D

Jessica said...

I hate that I missed it! She's so sweet. :)

Chris, Kristin, and Emily said...

so exciting! congrats! :) love the sweet dress and blankets!

Nina and John said...

This is so sweet! It made me cry. What a wonderful, sweet, Godly family! God bless you all! Love, Nina

The Wilhite Family said...

We are so thankful for little Meghan and thanks so much for sharing your pictures! We wish we could have been there!

Katie said...

What a wonderful and blessed day! Congratulations!