What does Baptism mean to people?

Sarah Gritton was recently baptised at St Nicolas together with her daughter Elle-Mae.  Here she writes about what baptism means to her and her family

I was baptised at the age of 22 when my daughter Elle-Mae was baptised at the age of 3 months.

I don't come from a very religious background but had always wondered what it would be like to attend church, but never had anyone to go with. 

When my dauhter was born, I suddenly had a different outlook on life.  I wanted my daughter and myself and my husband to be protected forever.

Although I was a bit apprehensive about baptism, I was also adamant that I wanted Elle baptised, and I was going through a tough time and wanted to turn to someone, so I turned to God and decided to be baptised myself.

I made the promises to God in front of 30 people and it was such a special day.  I felt so different afterwards, like I was not on my own anymore, and that I had God to turn to.

I now attend church every Sunday and I am invovled in various activities within the church.  God has helped me through the tough times and my new found faith has totally changed me for the better.

BAPTISM IS SUCH A GREAT EXPERIENCE!