Baptism
Baptism is a sacrament of belonging. We celebrate baptisms of infants here, as well as older children and adults.
Whatever the age of the one baptized, you’ll affirm you want to belong, say that you believe, and promise to behave in ways that show you belong and believe.
At least one adult speaks for a child, saying ‘I do’ to 3 questions like these.Another parent, godparents or sponsors may also stand up to affirm and promise, or to support those saying ‘I do’. We ask:
Do you wish baptism for __________?
(I do.)
Do you believe in God your creator, in Jesus Christ your redeemer, and in the Holy Spirit your teacher & guide?
(I do.)
Do you promise to grow in the faith with ______, part of a household and community of faith, participating in the church’s celebration and service?
(I do.)
If none of you can say ‘I do’ 3 times, you are invited to further explore your Christian faith. ‘Dedication’ is an option which celebrates a new life, promising to raise a child in faith, but not yet baptized.
We stand with you and say ‘welcome’. We share our affirmations of belonging, belief, and promises to behave as a community in ways that help you live out your baptism within the Christian church.