Welcome to the Christian world Racrac!

Our baby received the Sacrament of Baptism last Sunday at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Fremont officiated by Fr. Mathew Vellankal. Racrac's godparents present during the ceremony were Ilene Brofar, Juan Abulencia, Frendale Figueroa, Polly Platzbecker, Rob Perez and Al Bayucan.

The ceremony was short, orderly and "intimate" as it was held at the new side of the church which seats just enough people to witness the baptism of 5 babies. Racrac didn't cry when Fr. Mat poured water on his forehead, closed his eyes when he was anointed with the sacred oil and didn't move when his ears and mouth were blessed to be open to God's word. He became fuzzy after the symbolic white garment was placed on him and during the lighting of the candle. He was totally uncooperative when it was time to take pictures. The heat and his thick outfit must have made him uncomfortable.

We had a party in the afternoon at the Los Cerritos Community Center where Racrac had so much fun meeting all his guests. He is a very sociable baby and likes being around people especially if they will carry him around hahaha. He wore a white barong with light blue embroidery and light blue shorts for the party which he got as a padala from his lolo and lola in Davao when auntie norma and bella went home last May. We decorated the hall with blue-and-white balloons and gave away personalized chocolates as favors.

Not to be missed is the food prepared by Leo, Ilene and Lenlen. Great food, great company...it was a beautiful day shared with family and friends as we celebrate Racrac's initiation into the church's family.

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