Those who have personally placed their trust in Jesus Christ alone for salvation. The pattern in Scripture is people hearing the gospel of Jesus(1 Cor 15:3-4), believing in Jesus(Rom 10:13-14, 17), and being baptized(Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 8:12, Acts 16:34).  

The English word “baptize” has its roots in the Greek word “baptizo,” which translates to “to dip” or “to immerse.” We embrace baptism by immersion because we really believe that the essence of “baptizo” calls for it. For instance, in Matthew 3, we see John the Baptist immerses Jesus, and here, the original term is indeed "baptizo." How incredible that Jesus himself underwent baptism through immersion! Not only does the meaning of the word lead us to immersion, but also the significance of the ordinance shines brightest through this practice. Baptism by immersion paints a picture of Jesus' life, death, burial, and resurrection for all who witness it.

Have a 1st through 12th grader wanting to be baptized?

Explaining faith to your kids can feel like a big task, and it's natural for them to have questions as they explore. Helping children take those first steps in their faith journey is one of the most rewarding experiences for parents and grandparents alike. The decision to become a Christian is truly life-changing and everlasting. With this in mind, we warmly invite you and your child to join us for the Next Gen Baptism Classes!