Bishop David Reed tells the first communion kids and the confirmation class about what the process signifies. The first communion kids seemed to know!
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Another view where you can actually see the Bishop.
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Tiffany Mercado, one of the first communion girls came dressed for the occasion.
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A closeup of the first communion kids. A couple were seated elsewhere.
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...is confirmed.
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Zoe is confirmed.
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is third confirmed with family around her.
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Felicia is confirmed.
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Raul Arteaga
was the only boy confirmed.
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Bishop Reed addresses those being received or confirmed.
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Maria Elena was received into the Episcopal faith.
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The confirmands are blessed by the Bishop.
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The first Communion group with their certificates.
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The first communion kids received their first prayer books.
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Birthday girls had their birthday blessed by Fr. Richard.
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The Vacation Bible School kids performed for the congregation.
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Another song done with gusto!
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Our normal exuberant exchange of the peace went a bit longer than usual. |
Fantastic cakes for confirmaton and first communion were made by Dora Mercado. |
It's time to eat and the Bishop leads the way. |
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