In Baptism, we as a church community celebrate the momentous and joyous occasion of welcoming a new member of the Body of Christ. The Episcopal Church recognizes and affirms both adult and infant baptism. Adult baptism may serve to remind us that we need to take responsibility for our relationship with God in Christ ourselves. Infant baptism serves to remind us we can’t have a relationship with God without the help of the community.

There is no such thing as a private baptism in The Episcopal Church. Accordingly, all baptisms take place during public worship. Furthermore, all parents, godparents, and candidates attend a class and rehearsal before a baptism takes place, making sure that the day of the Baptism is as worry-free and meaningful as possible.

2010-2011 Baptismal Dates

The day before each baptism, the clergy hold a required Baptismal class and rehearsal from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in Friendly Hall.

• Sunday, September 12, 2010 - 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, September 11)

• Sunday, November 7, 2010 - 10:30AM Service (All Saints’ Day)
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, November 6)

• Sunday, January 9, 2011 - 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, January 8)

• Sunday, March 13, 2011 - 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, March 12

• Sunday, April 24, 2011 (Easter Sunday)
                - Adult's - 6:00AM Easter Vigil
                - Children - 8:30AM & 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, April 23)

• Sunday, June 12, 2011 - 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, June 11)

• Sunday, September 11, 2011 - 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, September 10)

• Sunday, November 6, 2011 - 10:30AM Service
                         (Baptismal Class: Saturday, November 5)

Please contact the Church Secretary (252) 752-3482, x221 to schedule a baptism.