Baptism
A Sign of God's Covenant Grace
Whether you're a parent, new believer, or exploring faith, baptism is a beautiful declaration of belonging in God’s family.
What Is Baptism — and Why Does It Matter?
What Is Baptism?
Baptism is a sacrament commanded by Jesus.
It is a sign and seal of God’s promises to his people.
It marks believers and their children as part of God’s covenant family.
It's not what saves us — but it points to the one who does: Jesus Christ.
Baptism... signifies and seals our ingrafting into Christ. — Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q94
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Baptism... signifies and seals our ingrafting into Christ. — Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q94 〰️
For Our Children: Just as children belonged in God’s covenant in the Old Testament, we believe they still do. We baptize the children of believing parents, marking them as part of the visible church.
For Believers: Adults who come to faith in Jesus and have not been baptized are welcomed to receive this sign of God’s grace.
The Covenant Community: Baptism reminds us that the Christian life is not lived alone. It places us into the family of God — supported by the church in our walk with Christ. We raise our children and grow in faith together as a church.
What We Believe About Baptism
Who Can Be Baptized?
I'm Interested in Baptism
Baptism Criteria:
Anyone professing faith in Jesus Christ who hasn’t been baptized before
· Children of believing parents who are members (or becoming members) of West End Community Church.
· Those baptized in any church or denomination in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit do not need to be re-baptized.
Our Beliefs About Baptism
Is Baptism for Me or My Child?
Baptism at West End: What to Expect
What Happens During a Baptism?
Baptisms happen during Sunday worship, as part of our gathered church family. Whether you’re being baptized or bringing a child, it’s a joyful and sacred moment filled with hope and the promises of God.
Accordion Dropdowns:
Parents take vows to:
Parent Vows
Trust God for their child’s salvation
Raise them in the gospel
Teach them the faith and model it in daily life
