Matthew Christopher Purnell was dedicated
at Faith Bible Church, DeSoto, Texas,
on March 28, 1999, by Pastor Mark Bailey.
Here are some pictures of the happy day.
8:30 am, on the way to the Church
Proud Mom in the front seat, Dad driving.
Another couple dedicated their little girl.
Listening as the pastor speaks of the joy a child brings into a home.
Matthew was very alert but didn't make a sound.
Pastor Mark Bailey, a professor at Dallas Theological
Seminary, speaks to Matthew and his parents.
On the way back, Matthew shows off his dedication suit.
It is the same one
that Michael was dedicated in.
It was made by Jeanette Purnell.
Back in his seat, as the service continues.
This is the certificate given to Greg and Lesley.
Hey, I just got dedicated!
Matthew is very popular. Here, he is held by a little friend.
Take that, Daddy!
Mom and son.
Matthew loves ties (and eyeglasses, ear rings, etc.).
Kay, a friend of Tim's from Law School, holds Matthew.
Keeping with tradition, we were the last to leave the church.
Lesley and Matthew, waiting for Greg to bring the car. It was misting rain.
Proud Grampa plays with Matthew.
Matthew dances on the table at the Black Eyed Pea.
