Easter is a very special day in it's own right, and one that we look forward to celebrating as a family every year. But this year it became even more special as we watched our oldest child publicly express his own faith in Jesus and His work on the cross on behalf of him.

Over the past few months, Jimmy and Travis have been working through Redeemer's children's membership guide after Travis expressed his desire to become a member of our church. Upon completion, he met with one of our Pastors and good friends, where they discussed his understanding of the gospel and its impact on Travis personally. A few days later he met with a few of the elders and expressed his faith and his desire to be a communicant member of the church. They went over the vows of membership with him and then welcomed him with prayers, handshakes and hugs (and later a very precious letter).

The following Sunday, Easter Sunday, Travis celebrated the Lord's Supper with us for the very first time. With Travis just ahead of us, we saw Grant give him a little wink as he served him. But what Travis didn't see were the happy tears that followed, both in Grant's eyes and in ours. We are thankful for the work that God has started in Travis' heart. So very thankful.

I can't think of a better addition to an already wonderful day of celebration.