After months and months of pondering, wondering and praying we have finally decided upon a name for our second little boy! First off, a special thanks to everyone who helped by suggesting a name back in June, we thought through them all and I’m sure that they helped in the decision process. Like Canaan, we found a name that is a geographical location in the Bible, so without further ado, here it is:
Yes, his name is Charles Emmaus Copeland. The Charles is after Debra’s dad, a rolemodel to us and I am sure someday to his newest grandson. He will, though, be going by his middle name, Emmaus. I’m not sure if that’s strange to everyone or not but Norm’s dad, Lee, goes by his middle name.
Here’s the story in Luke 24 where in Emmaus is mentioned:
Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him. He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?” They stood still, their faces downcast. One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you only a visitor to Jerusalem and do not know the things that have happened there in these days?” “What things?” he asked. “About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning but didn’t find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but him they did not see.” He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Did not the Christ have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself.
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Love the thought of this little boy one day talking to people about what Emmaus stands for! What a blessing. What a great name!
I love the name choice, guys! How neat for him to be named after his Grandpa. A legacy continues…
Can’t wait to meet him!
Jenn and Shawn
OH! I LOVE IT! I have also seen Emmaus spelt Ammaus as well but excellent choice indeed.
Do worry about him going by his middle name. Look what we did with our girls. We used ALora because I really wanted it as a first name! haha
Can’t wait until photos are posted of your little man.
A very nice name and very unique which I love. We know a lot of men who go by their middle names. Their reasons are because their first name matches their Fathers name. Praying for You the end of the pregnancy is always the hardest! At least I think so.
I love it! Awesome choice, I cant wait to see the little guy!
I love you guys!!! It’s so fun being different. About the middle name….I have a funny story for you. My Grandpa and his brother both went by their middle names. Why? Because they were twins, and had the same first name. =)
One question. How do you pronounce Emmaus?
So two things we have in common. 1.) Using the middle name as the first name and 2.) Joe’s first name is Charles. Love it! Congratulations again you guys. Can’t wait to meet your new bundle of joy!
What can I say but Awsome choice, and his first name is ok too! Kidding aside, I am very honored and love the connection to the greatest story ever told, by the greatest person to ever walk the earth!
Love the name guys! Another great pick! Can’t wait to see him out of the belly.
What an awesome name. My bro in law goes by his middle name as well. How is Canaan doing with the idea of a new baby? Is he understanding it at all?
Canaan seems to be understanding the concept more as time goes on. He has a brand new cousin which has helped a lot. He loves to play with Noah, his cousin, so we are pretty excited to see him interact with Emmaus.
Cool Name!
I go by my middle name, too (Elizabeth Hope). — It’s what all the cool kids are doing nowadays! :) It’s an easy way to tell if somebody knows you or not over the phone or on mail! It was only confusing on the first day of school - every year.