Chapter 517 Under the Baptism of Pandora
Li Han suddenly felt that this skinny pastor was very interesting. Billy Graham didn't seem to intend to say anything else, and announced the official start of the baptism. The baptism procedures are more or less different. Ivanka and Jadry are holding Dudu and standing at the entrance. Ivanka’s representative reads out and asks the church to baptize Dudu.
The ceremony officially started. Billy Graham held the Bible and drew the sign of the cross on Dudu's forehead. Jadry wore a golden cross for Dudu. The recitation of the Bible was completed, and the oath of faith was completed under the witness of many guests, and many guests entered the church. Ivanka and Juddry walked into the church with Dudu on their hands. Because it is winter, and Dudu is getting bigger, no more than a baby, the baptism chooses to be washed with water, not soaked in water.
The guests entered the church, the singing sounded, and as the baptism began, Ivanka and Jadry replaced Li Han and Jennifer as godparents, leading Dudu to Billy Graham, with co-priests on the side, and the entire chapel was redecorated , all kinds of holy images, holy children, etc., flowers, candles, in the middle is a place for holy water, Dudu stepped on the steps and walked over.
Ivanka and Jadry, hand over the prepared candles, these candles are bought by Ivanka and Jadry, the candle ceremony begins, light the fire in front of the altar, Ivanka and Jadry light the candles, and keep them in your hands , Until the end of the ceremony, the candles were specially equipped very beautifully. Billy Graham has been standing by the side reciting the scriptures, assisting the pastor to guide Ivanka and others. After all, Ivanka and Jadry are not very familiar with the christening ceremony. After the ceremony, Li Han and Jennifer will keep these candles, which is of special significance.
Dudu blinked and walked up to the altar. Father Bill held the Bible and recited the Bible. The assisting pastor instructed Li Han, Jennifer, and Ivanka to perform the final part of the baptism ceremony. Dudu took off his hat and let his hair down. Billy Graham held the Bible in one hand, recited it, and held a golden patterned water container in the other, tilting his head obediently as he said, and warm water dripped from his forehead. But Billy Graham is an interesting old man. He usually uses cold water, but because of the weather, he switched to warm water.
While reciting, holy water was sprinkled, and the holy voice rang throughout the church. Witnessed by all the people, the baptism was completed step by step. In the baptism, the holy names of the three persons of God should be called repeatedly. The basis for this comes from the Gospel of Matthew. Chapter 28, verse 19 of the book records a passage of Jesus’ teaching to his disciples: “You must Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you.” Here again, baptism is a sacrament instituted by Jesus himself, and the scriptures used for baptism are It is sacred and must not be changed at will. During baptism. Li Han and Jennifer want to call Dudu with the saint's name, and Dudu has more Christian names.
Billy recited the Seven Graces of God, followed by Ivanka's speech. Jennifer and Li Han thanked the guests. For nearly an hour, Billy personally assisted the pastor in guiding Ivanka and Jadry during the whole process. Li Han, Jennifer et al. Baptism is similar to domestic children's hundred days, at least the gifts are similar. The gifts from the guests are various, and I don't think too many expensive gifts.
Relatively very special, representing blessings, but Li Han muttered a few words, not being serious, and was glared at by Jennifer angrily. "Let's take the guests back to the hotel first.
"The reception was held at the Chris Manor, just like the Hundred Days in China, after the baptism, the host family will prepare a banquet for reception.
Jennifer's parents and Li Han's parents accompanied Billy Graham to the Chris Manor in a car, and Li Han, Jennifer and Willy were in charge of arranging the car to send the guests to the hotel. Fortunately, Jennifer prepared a lot of cars, and Chris was even more comprehensive.
After the guests were sent off, Li Han first thanked Ivanka and Jadry, and the church made arrangements, and the group rushed to the Chris Hotel. "What's the matter?" Ivan Kara asked in a low voice, beeping, the villain's mouth puffed up, as if he was angry.
Li Han touched Dudu's little head. "It's okay, tell Dad what's wrong." "Dudu wants to pee." Dudu lowered his head and whispered. "Haha, no wonder, okay, Dad will take you there." The advantage of the RV lies in the bathroom.
Dudu held back for a long time, the little guy obediently waited until the ceremony was over. "Hehe, it's so cute." There was a hint of maternal brilliance on Ivanka's face, presumably she intended to have a child. "Thank you, today is really hard."
Jennifer and Ivanka are both young people, and they don't understand a lot about the christening ceremony, so it was quite hard for an hour. "It's a very good experience." Jadry said with a smile. If there are children in the future, the baptism will be much easier.
After a while, the car arrived at the Chris Manor Hotel. The entire hall was decorated very beautifully. The tables and drinks were set up early. The guests either gathered around with glasses of wine to chat and laugh, or sat by the side. Corner lounge area to chat.
Li Han led Dudu into the hall, Chris had the stage ready and there was a performance, and Jennifer invited some people to perform. As for who it is, Li Han doesn't know who it is, but the Hilton sisters are quite familiar. "it's beautiful."
Georgina, Ella, and the Olsen sisters were talking and laughing not far from the entrance of the hall. Seeing Li Han and the others walk in, they greeted them with smiles. "Thank you, Aunt Georgina." "This is a gift from Auntie." A pony pendant was put on Dudu's wrist. "Thanks."
"Ashley, Mary, I'm sorry, it's a busy day."
The Olsen sisters came over, but Li Han didn't have time to say hello. "It's okay." When the Olsen sisters came, they didn't expect that there were so many guests here, and there were many guests. The Olsen sisters were not usually seen. "talk to you later."
Before the reception officially started, Li Han wanted to go up and say a few words, how could everyone come to cheer for him? The stage performance was suspended, and Li Han came to the stage and said a few words to welcome everyone and thank you. Compared with Jennifer, what he said was much more advanced than Li Han.
On this point, Li Han admitted that when the reception started, Li Han, the host, wanted to greet the guests, especially for his own sake. Annie, Kroenke, Josh and Jim Walton didn't have as many guests as Li Han's.
Stan Kroenke didn't expect that, especially the arrival of several ninety-year-old rich men would give Kroenke a lot of face in front of a group of friends. Only relatively more money and less money, for people like them, it's nothing.
Li Han held the wine glass, toasted one by one, and chatted a few words. Some of the drinks today were provided by the Chris family, some were provided by the Anna Lafite Estate, and some were provided by Kroenke. Herbal beer and fruit wine.
Fruit wine is made from space fruit, not much, just two barrels, named after it, I didn’t expect it to be favored by the ladies present, especially after learning that fruit wine has beauty effects, even Jennifer and Lingna, the elder sisters have replaced red wine with fruit wine, ma’am All fruit wine, fortunately, two barrels were sent over.
Most of Li Han's customers choose traditional Chinese medicine beer, and middle-aged people choose warm beer more, but red wine usually receives a cold reception. "Thank you for coming." Li Han first went to the rest area of David and others to express his thanks one by one.
Most of these guests were David's friends and customers of Li Han's traditional Chinese medicine beer. They chatted for a while, and most of them talked about traditional Chinese medicine beer and Chinese medicine. "Without wasting your time, let's have a chat with some old guys." Billy Graham spoke to David and others without any politeness.
Li Han had a good impression of this old man, he was not at all old-fashioned in speaking and doing things, and was quite funny. "Then I won't bother you anymore." Li Han left and went to Wang Donglin's side. Here are some people from the Chinese medicine department, and they chatted with him for a while.
Wang Donglin said to Li Han. "Xiao Li, all the family are welcome." He drove Li Han to greet other guests, and Li Han walked around for an hour, covering every aspect, at least he was polite. "Excuse me, Paris, Nikki, thanks."
Li Han finally came to the Hilton sisters. "It's okay, Han, today's guests are really unexpected." "Some friends came to join us, Nikki, don't you want a drink?" Seeing Nikki drinking coffee, Li Han paused slightly. "Brewing fruit wine for this baptism will have a good effect on the skin." "Really?" Paris showed a hint of emotion, not to mention Nikki. I am more interested in fruit wine that has a good effect on the skin.
Xie got up and poured two glasses of fruit wine, very gentlemanly. "Thank you." "It tastes really good, Han. Is this new wine?" Paris took a sip. When Youlan came out, Paris didn't get a chance. Certainly, the benefits of fruit wine are no worse than traditional Chinese medicine beer, and women are crazy. "It's just brewed for baptism, it's not considered new wine." Li Han didn't plan to brew more, it all uses space spring water and space fruits.
"Oh, sorry, let me go over."
Lingna seemed to be looking for herself for something, so Li Han hurried over. "Lingna, what's the matter?" "Jennifer wants to introduce some friends to you." "Well, let's go there together." Li Han didn't know much about Jennifer's friends, so he just took this opportunity to meet them.
Jennifer doesn't have many friends, four or five people, including Amanda, Li Han shook hands one by one to express their thanks, Ling Na smiled lightly, Li Han was too formal. Several of Jennifer's female friends laughed lightly, full of curiosity about Li Han. It was already surprising that Li Han invited guests, but Li Han's people were even more peculiar.
Although Li Han has been in the United States for many years, he has not stayed in many places. He spent most of his time in the small town of Kemixing, a place in Montana that is relatively conservative and somewhat xenophobic. "Han, you can relax, I think it will be better."
Amanda had some resentment towards Li Han, so she sat on the side and said with a chuckle. Li Han smiled, winked when he saw him, and smiled. "Fruit wine, everyone can try it." When Li Han came, he told him to bring a few glasses of fruit wine. (to be continued...)