Go Public With Your Faith!

Baptism publicly announces our faith, identifies us with Jesus, and symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ. It’s the way that God wants all new believers to go “all in” and go public with their faith. It’s a simple act, but it takes great courage.
Keep in mind that baptism is not something that saves us eternally – that happens when we come to know Jesus.

Who should be baptized?

Baptism is a command and expectation for every believer who has made a commitment to Jesus. If you were baptized as a child, you may not have made the decision on your own to follow Christ in baptism. If you have not been baptized by immersion since asking Jesus to be the forgiver and leader of your life, we invite you to be baptized at The Bridge.

How should I be baptized?

At The Bridge, we believe the Bible teaches that baptism should be by immersion in water as a believer. At The Bridge, we use a portable baptistry and baptize outside after our weekend worship services.

Does baptism make me a Christian? Do I have to be baptized to go to heaven?

Baptism is something that God commands and expects every believer to take seriously and to go through as an act of obedience. It’s vitally important, but to say that baptism “saves” us or that baptism is required before I can go to heaven contradicts the teachings of the Bible. Jesus told the thief on the cross, “Today, you will be with me in paradise.” The thief had no time to be baptized before dying moments later. Baptism is simply the first next step for a new believer in Jesus.

Why Be Baptized By Immersion?

1. Because Jesus was baptized that way.

“As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water.” (Matthew 3:16a)“As Jesus was coming up out of the water…” (Mark 1:10)

2. Every Baptism in the Bible was by immersion.
(for example) “Then both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water and Philip baptized him. When they came up out of the water…” (Acts 8:38–39)

3. The word “baptize” means “to dip or immerse”.

4. It best symbolized a burial and resurrection.
“Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” (Romans 6:3–4)

When can I be baptized?

We set aside a Sunday and and announce in advance in our bulletin, our email newsletter, and on Facebook, when the next baptism service will be. If you want to be baptized please let us know by submitting the form at the bottom of this page.

Can my family be baptized together? Can family members participate in my baptism?

Yes. We love to see family members go through baptism together, but we don’t recommend waiting long for family members to make a decision for Christ and we are careful to make sure that kids “own” their own decision for Jesus. And we do invite believing parents or close family members to assist as our Pastors baptize.

What should I bring on baptism day?

Dress in clothes you don’t mind getting wet! You should wear a dark shirt and shorts. Remember to bring a change of clothes to wear home. There is a changing room available. Please bring a towel. Arrive 30 minutes before the service is scheduled to begin for some last-minute instructions.

How can I let you know I’m ready, or have questions?

So glad you asked!! Start here…

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