Gracie's Baptism

I've always heard baptism described as "an outward expression of an inward confession."  What better way is there to show that you have new life in Christ, than to follow your decision with believer's baptism!  And tonight, surrounded by so many family and friends, Gracie took that step of faith and made that decision to follow after our Lord and Savior!  Gracie outwardly displayed tonight that her heart's desire is to continue being a faithful follower of Christ!

 "Gracie's Story"

"When I got saved, I was in the kitchen with my Mom.  We had just got done with breakfast.  I had a feeling in my heart that I wanted to follow Jesus and be a Christian.  I wanted to know that I was going to live forever telling people about Jesus and what He has done in my heart.

I wanted to do it in Brandy Thompson's pool because I had a calling from Jesus that that is where I was suppose to be baptized.

Now that I'm saved and baptized, I am now and forever more following my personal Lord and Savior and I will always read my Bible when the Lord tells me to!

I would love to thank my Pastor, Parents, Grandparents, Family, Friends, Supporters and Church Family for all of your Jesus filled encouragement."

Gracie's Life Verse:  "Don't have anything to do with godless stories and silly tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly." 1 Timothy 4:7

What an amazing testimony from a precious child of God!

 Before we got started with the baptism, we had some awesome praise and worship time led by Anointed Harmony:  Suzanne, Jennifer and Missy(Gracie's Mom)

 and Wick(Gracie's Papa)!

 Such an amazing show of support for Gracie!

 

 And by the end of worship, this girl was beyond excited and ready to get baptized!

 Stepping into the water and walking to Pastor Rich and Mr. Micheal

 Lilly, Brandy Thompson's daughter and Gracie's friend, read Gracie's life verse and scripture from Matthew of when Jesus was baptized.

 Listening to Lilly

 Gracie, you are one loved little girl!  So many family and friends came out to be apart of this special evening.

 Listening to Pastor Rich speak

 And finally, the moment we've all been waiting for...this sweet girl gets baptized.

 And we get a thumbs up! :)

 Micheal and Gracie

 And one final word from Pastor Rich

Micheal, Pastor Rich, Missy and our sweet Gracie!!

 

After the baptism, everyone had some yummy cake and ice cream and Gracie got lots of love from all of her family and friends!

 Gracie and her Mama

 Me and my sweet "brown eyed girl"

 

 Gracie with Donna, April and Addy Ray

 Hugs from Nanny Tuck

 and some from Pa Knight too!

 Gracie with her Dad and Christy

 Gracie and Heather having fun in the pool.

 Love this girl sooo much!

 Wick's brother Kent along with his family, Darlene and Karson.  Wick's sister Kay and his other brother Jerry and friend Barbara were also there, but left before I could get a picture.

 Thank you Brandy Thompson for opening your heart and home for this special occasion!

 Aunt Brandie, Uncle Josh (aka Lars) and Gracie

 Gracie with her Nana and Papa

 Mommy and Daughter

Gracie, we can't begin to tell you how proud we are of YOU!!  You are such a bright light to all you meet!  May you continue shining bright for Him!!  Can't wait to see how God is going to continue to use you for His Glory!  To God be the glory, great things he has done!!

~"Jesus replied, 'Let it be this way for now. It is right for us to do this. It carries out God's holy plan.' Then John agreed."  Matthew 3:15~  

Gracie's 20 Questions-3rd Grade

I cannot believe this sweet girl is starting 3rd Grade!!  So, this means it's time for our annual 20 Questions Interview.  We plan to do this every year, so we can see how she changes and her questions change. :)

"20 Questions":  Answered by Gracie Knight

Age: 8

Grade: 3rd

1.  Favorite color?  Rebel blue

2.  Favorite food?  Alfredo

3.  Favorite team?  Carolina Gamecocks

4.  What do you want to be when you grow up?  A veterinarian

5.  Favorite animal?  A basset hound

6.  Favorite instrument?  Recorder

7.  Favorite toy?  Wiggles

8.  Favorite fruit?  Watermelon

9.  Favorite TV show?  Sponge bob Square pants

10.  Favorite outfit?  Gamecock shirt

11.  Favorite game?  Chutes and Ladders

12.  Favorite snack?  Pretzel Goldfish

13.  Favorite song?  Ain't no grave gonna hold me down (by the Crabb Family)

14.  Favorite book?  Elmer

15.  Who is your best friend?  Karen (Dale)

16.  Favorite cereal?  Cocoa Puffs

17.  Favorite outdoor activity?  Swimming

18.  Favorite drink?  Unsweetened tea

19.  Favorite candy?  Hershey bar

20.  Favorite Holiday?  Christmas

And a few bonus questions:

21.  What do you take to bed with you?  Wiggles, Gage, Larry and many more stuffed animals (she also added Mommy, but has since started sleeping by herself, in her own bed on school nights.  She sleeps with Mommy on the weekends :)  way to go Gracie!

22.  Favorite breakfast food?  Toast

23.  Favorite restaurant?  Olive Garden

24.  Favorite school subject?  Math

And there you have it...Gracie's Favorites!

We always have fun doing this "interview."  Gracie, we pray that you have an awesome 3rd grade year at school and look forward to hearing about all of the new things you are going to learn.  You are such a smart girl and we are so proud of YOU!  We love you!

~"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11~

Meet the Teacher

Welcome to 3rd Grade Gracie!!

 School starts back on Monday August 19, so we went to Gracie's school on Thursday evening for "Meet the Teacher" night!

 Our cute little 3rd grader!

 Me and my sweet girl

 "Lets go find my class"

 We found it!!

 Gracie has Ms. Manigan this year!  She is very sweet and excited to have Gracie in her class!

 Gracie and Ms. Manigan

 The Classroom

 Gracie's desk

 Ms. Manigan asked Gracie to be a table captain for the year.  And of course, Gracie said yes and was super excited!

 Gracie and Uncle Josh checking out the classroom.

 Gracie even got to see her 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. Freeman. 

 Gracie outside the school with her Mama, Nana and Poppa.

 Gracie and her Dad

 Gracie and Mrs. Schell.  Mrs. Schell helps Gracie throughout the year.

Gracie, we can not believe you are going to be in 3rd grade!!  We are so proud of you and pray that you have a great year!!  We hope you always stay as excited about learning as you are now!  Love you sweet girl!

~"A wise person will hear, and will increase learning; and a person of understanding shall attain wise counsel.'  Proverbs 1:5~