WHAT DOES BAPTISM MEAN?
It's not just a tradition. It's a step of faith.
For 2000 years, Christians have been baptized to declare to the world that they are believers and followers of Jesus Christ. Taking the plunge is a significant step in your spiritual journey.

Ready?
So, you want to take the plunge and proclaim your faith in Christ? Here are your next steps:
Prepare.
Please watch this video. It is designed to help you understand the significance of baptism and will help determine if you are ready to be baptized. We also ask that you read Baptism 101.
Register.
2023 Fall Baptisms
Baptism is an important part of our faith journey. We are so excited to celebrate this step of faith with you! To register for baptism, please click on your campus below. Email discipleship@kensingtonchurch.org with any questions.
Birmingham | November | Registration coming soon
Clarkston | November | Registration coming soon
Clinton Township | November | Registration coming soon
Orion | November | Registration coming soon
Traverse City | November | Registration coming soon
Troy | November | Registration coming soon
Note: Families are welcome to be baptized together, but as baptism is an important personal decision, we ask that children ages 11+ register here and children 10 and younger follow the process noted below under “Family”.
FAMILY BAPTISM
ELEMENTARY KIDS
Do you have a child in K- grade 5 (aged 11 and under) who wants to be baptized? Your first step is to assess their spiritual readiness. Second, contact the Kensington Kids (KKids) Director at your campus for readiness guidelines and with any other questions.
- Birmingham / Jenny Warns / 248.786.0737
- Clarkston / Chris Gumpper / 248.786.0600
- Clinton Twp / Sheri Horning / 248.786.0573
- Orion / Susan Welsh / 248.786.0600
- Traverse City / Sue Swensen / 231.922.9882
- Troy / Taylor Leal / 248.786.0600
BABY DEDICATION
If your child is younger than five years old, we offer dedication ceremonies.
Contact your Campus Coordinator with questions:
- Birmingham /Jenny Warns
- Clarkston / Chris Gumpper
- Clinton Township / Sheri Horning
- Orion / Alley Fenton
- Traverse City / Sue Swensen
- Troy / Kristen Sowles
CAN'T WAIT?
If you can’t wait for the next Baptism Event and want to get baptized immediately, please download these guidelines for a do-it-yourself baptism. If you have questions about adult baptism, please email your campus staff