Audra's Dedication

We had Audra dedicated this morning at our church, Brandywine Valley Baptist Church.  For those unfamiliar with a dedication, it's merely a short ceremony, placed at the end of a regular church service, acknowledging God's sovereignty not only over a child, but also over his or her parents.  Because we believe in baptism as a personal choice, rather than baby baptism (along with our church) a dedication is the only observance that we will have for Audra.

We presented Audra Leigh before God and His people, and asked for grace and wisdom in carrying out our responsibilities as her parents.  We also committed to praying for and with her, and publicly recognized that she needs to personally trust Jesus Christ as Savior for the forgiveness of her sins.

At 14 weeks old it was no guarantee that Audra would be happy for the ceremony, but she allowed Pastor Bo to hold her and looked around the auditorium while seeming to take interest in all the people that were watching her.  She even smiled some when Rochelle Anderson, from the church's children's ministry, "talked" with her after presenting us with flowers and a certificate.

Joining us at Brandywine Valley Baptist Church for the dedication were Marney, Julian, Mom and Dad Cundey and (Dad Cundey's sister) Aunt Cathy.  Because today was also Dad's birthday, we all went out for brunch after the service.

We thank God for entrusting us with Audra, and we pray that we will honor Him with our parenting!