BAPTISM
Baptism stands as a line of demarkation. It signifies a separation from our old life which is spiritually dead and buried, and that we have been raised to new life with Christ.
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new."
2 Corinthians 5:17
Once you have accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, baptism is the next step in your spiritual journey. If you’ve never been baptized there’s no reason to wait any longer. Or, if you’re like a lot of people, who were baptized or christened as an infant, then we encourage you to get re-baptized.
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While the early church held to this sacred practice, its significance was altered and greatly diminished over time—to the point that, in today’s culture, it has nearly been lost completely. We, however, believe that it is still vital to us today.
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It continues to stand as a line of demarcation, particularly for the new believer, between the old and the new. It is a public demonstration and declaration of an individual’s faith in Jesus and his or her desire to follow Him. Because of this, baptism is still meaningful and pleasing to the Father today!
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Water baptism is not a claim of perfection, nor will it make you perfect. Rather, it is a statement of faith, a submission and a willingness to allow Him to perfect us. It is a watershed moment.
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How do I register my child for the first time?Visit our first-time registration table in the middle of the lobby. A volunteer will ask you to fill out our Freedom Kids Communication Card. Once we have your child's information entered into our computer, the volunteer will print your child's sticker tag. Place the printed sticker on your child's clothing in a clearly visible spot. You'll want to hang on to the Parent/Guardian tag as you'll need that to both check in and check out your child.
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How do I check-in my child?Simply visit our electronic check-in stations, search your family's name, check them in, and place the printed sticker on your child's clothing in a clearly visible spot. You'll want to hang on to the Parent/Guardian tag as you'll need that to both check in and check out your child.
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What if my child needs me during service?We issue a numeric code with every child's sticker tag. That code is unique to your child and is newly issued every week. Should your child need you while you're in service, we'll page you on the main screen above the stage or on one of the smaller TV screens under the balcony or in the lobby.
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Do you change diapers?We do not change diapers at this point in time. If your child needs to be changed, we will page you.
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What if my child has medical needs?Let us know what those needs are, and we will do our best to accommodate. If it requires your involvement, we will page you.