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.
I’m 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
MAY 2, 2021 BAPTISMS
Baptism is an important part of our faith journey. We are blessed to walk alongside you while taking this step. To sign up, please click on your campus below. Please email the Discipleship Team with any questions.
Birmingham Campus | 10am
Clarkston Campus | 10am
Clinton Township Campus | 9am | 11am
Orion Campus | 9am | 11am
Traverse City Campus | 9am | 11am
Troy Campus | 9am | 11am
Note: Families are welcome to be baptized together, but as baptism is an important personal decision, we ask that only children ages 11+ register. Children 10 and younger should register for a Family Baptism Class.
FAMILY BAPTISM
FAMILY
Family Baptism Class
Do you have a child in K- grade 5 (aged 10 and under) who wants to be baptized? Your first step is to assess their spiritual readiness. Second, we’ll ask you and your child to attend/view a Family Baptism class in preparation for the event. Contact the Kensington Kids (KKids) Director at your campus for readiness guidelines, class details, and with any other questions.
- Birmingham / Amanda Alters / 248.786.0737
- Clarkston / Shawna Kneisc / 248.786.0600
- Clinton Twp / Sheri Horning / 248.786.0573
- Orion / Ryan Morrill / 248.786.0600
- Traverse City / Desiree Brown
- Troy / Nancy Browne / 248.786.0600
BABY BAPTISM & DEDICATION
If your child is younger than five years old, we offer baptism or dedication ceremonies.
2021 Baby Dedication Parent Class
Register here
Contact your Campus Coordinator with questions:
- Birmingham /Amanda Alters
- Clarkston / Shawna Kneisc
- Clinton Township / Sheri Horning
- Orion / Alley Seablom
- Traverse City / Desiree Brown
- 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
