About Us

Holland, MI, United States
Chris and I met through mutual friends Melissa and Andy Kuiper six years ago. I can honestly say that it was not love at first sight, but as time went on and I got to know Chris I realized that this was someone I wanted to get to know better. As we dated and got to know each other better it became apparent to me that Chris was someone who I loved and wanted to spend the rest of my life with. Chris and I were married June 11, 2005 and have been married for four years. In that time we have become the parents of two beautiful little boys. Simon Thomas, born August 3, 2007, is a very happy and energetic two year old. Baby Luke is a wonderful little baby born June 3, 2009. In the winter of 2008 Chris was offered a fantastic job with Sentry Insurance. He quickly excepted the job which has turned out to be his "dream" job. As a result of Chris starting this job we decided that after teaching first grade for 7 years that I would quit my job and stay at home with Simon and future children. Being at home is truly where my heart is and I am so thankful to be able to stay at home with Simon and Luke. Our family is truly blessed and we are very thankful for all we are given by God!

Sunday, August 30, 2009

Luke's Baptism


Luke was baptized on August 22nd. Our church (Ridge Point Community Church)does baptisms on Saturday nights after the Saturday night service in a separate baptism service. We had the pleasure of having my parents,grandparents, and Kirk and Kathy and the boys. Chris' parents were there as well as Nana and Grandad and we were excited to have Ma II (Chris' grandmother) there from Atlanta.




It was awesome to have all of the great-grandparents there because chances are we will never have all of them in one place again.



As part of baptism preparation we were asked to choose a life verse for Luke. Here is the verse we chose:

Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.
Proverbs 3:3-4

We chose this verse for Luke because our hearts desire for our son is for him to be a loving and faithful man with a good reputation among man and God.

Luke did fantastic during the baptism. While we were on the stage and Jim (our pastor) was talking Luke was looking up at him and smiling the biggest, cutest smile. In fact Jim laughed and said that he lost his train of thought because of Luke's smiling. It was so awesome!

As parents we recognize and accept the responsibility to lead and guide our sons so that someday they will have a relationship with the Lord. We are so thankful to have a wonderful church and MANY family members and friends who will support us in this awesome responsibility.
Posted by Chris and Missy Arendshorst at 7:38 PM

1 comment:

Julie Linn said...

Congratulations, guys! Sorry we missed it. What a great life verse for your son. It makes me wonder if I can remember the one we chose for Elise.

August 31, 2009 at 4:53 AM

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