A Two-Part Class on the Christian Sacrament of Baptism
9:00am Sunday April 6 & 13 in Room 302
Many Christians believe baptism is simply an outward sign of a salvation that’s already been received. Others believe it’s a necessary command that legally divides those heading to heaven from those going to hell. Of course, it’s much more than a sign or a symbol. And it should never be reduced to some line-in-the-sand technical requirement.
It’s both. And it’s more.
Christian baptism points beyond itself and actually participates in God’s transforming work. God is active through baptism to change us into his divine image and to add us into a community of abundant life in him. It’s more important than you think, but maybe not for the reasons you suppose.
In preparation for GCR’s annual Baptism Sunday, April 27, our Senior Minister Allan Stanglin is teaching a two-part class on baptism. If you have never received the gift of baptism, please join us for this laid-back, mostly conversational class for all ages and all faith experiences and backgrounds. Children under 18 should be accompanied by a parent. Otherwise, all are welcome to bring their questions and curiosity to this important discussion.
Baptism shouldn’t be watered down. Join us as we dive in to the Scriptural, historical, and theological understandings and practice of Christian baptism.