[s7e7] Christening -

The Office Ladies podcast notes that this episode was intended to highlight Jim and Pam as "heirs to the throne" as Michael’s departure approached.

Inspired by a youth group heading to Mexico to build a school, a disillusioned Michael impulsively boards their bus. Andy joins him to impress Erin, but both regret it within 45 minutes and force the bus to stop.

Notable cut content includes Dwight placing his business cards in church bibles and Ryan describing his chaotic volunteer experience at the Gulf Coast. [S7E7] Christening

Michael is devastated to learn he is not Cece's godfather. The title actually goes to a couple Pam met at a "Mommy and Me" class.

Dwight argues that "hand-desanitizing stations" (bowls of dirt and vomit) would better strengthen the immune system, leading Jim and others to sneeze on him. The Office Ladies podcast notes that this episode

Toby spends the episode hesitating to enter the church due to his complicated relationship with "the Big Guy," eventually entering only to ask God, "Why you always got to be so mean to me?". Key Highlights & Trivia

After Cece's gown is ruined during a diaper change, she is baptized wearing an Arcade Fire t-shirt Jim found in his car. Notable cut content includes Dwight placing his business

A misunderstanding with the minister leads him to invite the entire congregation to Jim and Pam’s private reception. Food runs out immediately, leading to tensions and a famous line from Angela: "Jesus is not your caterer".