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Baptism

A person is incorporated into the Body of Christ through the Sacrament of baptism. The water, words and actions of the sacrament are visible signs that convey the Christian's burial and resurrection with Jesus Christ.  It is God who takes the initiative, through the blessing of the water, that the person being baptized is a gift of God.  Baptism by Christians is our response to that gift as we dedicate ourselves, or our children to God, and promise to live a faith that will honor God.

In the United Church of Christ children and adults are baptized with water and the Holy Spirit marking the acceptance into the care of Christ's church, the sign and seal of their participation in God's forgiveness, and the beginning of their new growth into full Christian faith and life.

When infants or children are baptized, one of both parents, or one or more sponsors promise to assume certain responsibilities for the Christian nurture of the baptized child. One of the parents or sponsors would be a member in good standing of a Christian church. Those who are baptized at an early age are given an opportunity to affirm their faith through confirmation.  If you are interested in learning more about baptism at Christ Church, please contact Pastor Dave at 859-441-2565.