by Rachel Smyth, director of Youth Evangelization and Catechesis
As we look to enter August a new school year, the reality of the continued pandemic can weigh us down. Let us look to the Lord to find new ways for personal and family prayer.
Kaitlin Rinker has sensed her baptismal call since she was child during her second open heart surgery. In spite of all of hardships, Rinker held her faith close to her heart and believes that her faith is what has seen her through all of it. With her stepmother as her champion, Rinker was able to go through her faith formation with CtR Youth Ministry and be baptized at the Easter Vigil.
Brittny Smith discovered that she wanted to know God more through her late husband, Justin. After the tragedy of his passing, Brittny relied on her family, Justin's family and the Rite of Christian Initiation team at Christ the Redeemer for support and love. Through the mercy of others, Brittny was able to come to the waters of baptism during the Easter Vigil and will continue walking in faith as she guides her daughter to live like Christ.