Blessing Weekend

In the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, babies are given a name and blessing by the authority of the priesthood. Most often, the blessing is performed by the father of the baby, and other family and close friends are invited to join in the circle for the blessing. The blessing begins by officially stating the baby's name, and then according to the inspiration of the Holy Ghost, counsel, warnings, and promises are made specific to that baby. It is a very sweet occasion. Most of the time, the baby being blessed is dressed in white. Baptism is not performed at this time; in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints we believe that babies are innocent and incapable of sin. Baptism is reserved until a child reaches the age of accountability and is capable of understanding the difference between right and wrong. The age of accountability is age eight, and at that time a child, who is prepared to receive this ordinance, is baptized by immersion by the authority of the priesthood.This past Sunday our little boy was blessed in our sacrament meeting. Several members of my family made the drive to be with us; and all of the Colorado Kuzmich's joined with us too. For most of Sunday afternoon/evening we were hosting fifteen people in our little apartment--and it worked! It was WONDERFUL to be with so much family. We love you all! Thanks for making it a great day!