Affirmation of Baptism

Holden Jacob Fuerst affirmed the promises of holy baptism in the rite of confirmation on Pentecost Sunday,

Holden affirmed his baptismal promises on April 16 in the community of First United Methodist Church in Austin, where Holden also engaged learning and formation. Holden’s mom, Taylor Fuerst, serves as head pastor at FUMC. We welcomed Holden’s family, including his godfather and uncle, David Fuerst, as our guest preacher. David Fuerst serves with Lutheran World Relief as associate vice president for global relationships and resources.

Holden Jacob Fuerst | born: May 20, 2009 | baptized: Easter Vigil, April 3, 2010

Family: parents Taylor and Brad and siblings Hadley and Harper

Godparents: Leah Wilson King and David Fuerst

Holden will attend McCallum High School and Fine Arts Academy this fall where he will focus on theater arts and orchestra.

Holden’s favorite bible story: the Prodigal Son. Why? God’s unwavering grace for all.

Stir up in Holden Jacob the gift of your Holy Spirit . . .both now and forever. Amen.