Baptism
Baptism is the gospel in picture form.
What does water have to do with the Christian life? And why does Peter say “Baptism … now saves you”(1 Peter 3:21)? The answer is unexpected, and simple: baptism is the gospel in picture form. Baptism shows we have been washed with Christ’s blood–the blood by which God reconciles “to himself all things” (Colossians 1:20). This blood is how God declares us righteous and ransoms us from death (Romans 5:9; 1 Peter 1:18-19).Baptism not only connects us to Jesus’ blood but also his resurrection. As Paul says, “having been buried with him in baptism … you were also raised with him through faith in the powerful working of God” (Colossians 2:12).
In baptism, we declare that what happened to Jesus, also happens to his people.
Baptism Catechesis Class
4/6 and 4/13, 9am in the Youth Room
In April, we are having a two week series focused on helping our young people understand the basics of the Christian faith as well as the significance of baptism. Our tradition is to offer this miniseries annually during the season of Lent in order to help parents and young people discern if they are ready to be baptized during Eastertide.
This class is particularly for our students, but is open to children with a parent in attendance as well!
Also if you or your child is considering baptism, you can fill out this form to start the process and to set up a meeting to continue the conversation.