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.
April 14 Spring Baptisms
Baptism is an important part of our faith journey. We are so excited to celebrate this step of faith with you!
Registration for the April 14 baptism service is now closed, but walk ups will be welcome on Sunday. Please arrive 20 minutes before the service and head to the check in table.
Click the campus below if you have questions regarding Baptisms.
Birmingham
Clarkston
Clinton Township
Orion
Traverse City
Troy
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”.
Email discipleship@kensingtonchurch.org with any questions.
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