MONTHLY MEETING: 19 APRIL 2008

Date: Saturday, 19 April 2008.

Time: 14:00 to 16:00.

Venue: Dutch Reformed Church (Ontdekkerskruin),
Phillips Avenue, Discovery, Roodepoort. (Map below.)

Topic: The use of the terms "Baptism" and "Christening" in English Genealogy.

Presenter: John Stephens (left).

John will explain the difference as used by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS). The use is not confined to this church only. Other English churches also apply these differences, whereas in Afrikaans churches both terms are referred to as "doop".

Short CV: John's family history studies include the Stephens and Campher families. He is a retired Organisation and Methods Practitioner. Besides his family research he restores old and antique furniture. He is the secretary of the West Gauteng Branch of the Genealogical Society of SA.

Entrance: R5 per person for refreshments.

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(Source: Mail and Guardian Online.)