Chapter 2: Ethan's Baptism
Leah was at the church waiting for the ceremony to start. Today Ethan was going to be baptized.
She knew they were asking him if he was sure he wanted to do this. Of course he'll say yes Leah thought. Even though she knew the answer she was still nervous, but she was excited. She loved him so, as Ethan loved her.
At about noon the ceremony began. The bishop walked out to start and everyone became quiet for him to speak.
"Today we are welcoming a young man into the community. This young man is ready to except the rules of this church and community like his father's before him. Today we welcome Ethan Longacre."
As the bishop said this last line Ethan walked out. He stepped up to the podium to join the bishop.
"Ethan, do you promise by the help of God to renounce the world, flesh, and the devil, to obey the rules of the church" the bishop asked
"Yes" Ethan replied. He was then baptized.
"Now we will show his joining of the community by the washing of his feet. Will all of the members please and walk by and wash his feet"
Leah stood up with the rest of the members and waited her turn. When the washing of the feet was done it was 3:00 pm. The ceremony was about to close.
The bishop gave his sermon then blessed the bread and grape wine. "These are the symbols of Christ's body and blood." He said to remind the members. Each one took the bread and wine.
The ceremony ended and Ethan and Leah left together.