In quake-torn Japan, a baptism is celebrated

Mar 22, 2011
 by Susie Rain

TOKYO (BP)--Excitement and happiness fill the air. Smiles and laughter abound and, for some, tears of joy.

One week after the onset of Japan's triple disaster, everyone is ready for something to celebrate. For a small group of Japanese Christians, it was a double baptism.

When Shinichi Saito bobs up out of the water, everyone breaks out in applause. The new believer immediately reaches out to missionary Mark Busby with a radiating smile. It's hard to tell who is happier -- Busby or Shinichi Saito. the rest-lovely!