Baptism
The tangible symbolic element in baptism is water. Christian denominations differ on the manner of baptizing. Some sprinkle, some pour, some immerse. And many have strong views on the importance of one over the other. Our church considers these methods simply a matter of preference, with no method more important or valid than the other. We believe baptism is an important outward symbol of God's grace. When we receive baptism, several things happen
- We acknowledge that, through Christ's death and resurrection, we can have a personal relationship with God.
- We promise to live new lives according to the ways of Jesus Christ, and
- We are publicly welcomed into the larger community of Christians.
Infant and Children
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When we baptize little ones before their decision, we are welcoming them into our church family and increasing the likelihood that they will one day respond to God's offer of grace with their own personal decision for Jesus. Contact Anne Conley at 858-487-0811 ext. 203 for available dates and times for infant and child baptisms.
Believer Baptism
Romans 6:3,4 reads, "...all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death. We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life."
Following your salvation decision, contact Anne Conley for available dates and times for believer baptisms.
