Baptism.

Baptism not only signifies resurrection to a new life in Christ, but it is also a public commitment to walk in Christ’s way. Baptism means we now belong to Christ.

What Is Baptism?

• Baptism is a public declaration that the believer identifies with Christ and has become part of His body, the Church.

• Baptism is closely linked with belief in the New Testament, and therefore happens at the beginning of someone’s journey as a disciple of Jesus (Acts 2:38-41), and is therefore considered a symbol of initiation into a life of following Jesus with other followers of Jesus.

• We are united with Christ and enjoy all the benefits that come therein (Romans 6:1-11).

  • Jesus himself was baptized as an example for us that we too are to be baptized (Matthew 3:13-17). The Biblical writers also explains that belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour and baptism are very closely linked (see Acts 2:40-41; 8:36-40; 10:48; 16:15; 16:33).

    As such, we believe that baptism is understood to fulfill, in part, the command of Jesus to confess him before humanity (Matthew 10:32).

  • We practice baptism for those who have accepted Jesus as their personal Saviour and Lord.

    Additionally, those seeking membership with PFBC are required to be baptized as a believer, even if they were baptized as an infant.

    At PFBC we wait until our children are old enough to believe and understand the true meaning of baptism before we baptize them.

  • We believe that baptism is a next step for those who have put their faith in Jesus for the salvation of their sins. Therefore, at PFBC we practice believer's baptism, and believe that children who can articulate their own faith in Christ are eligible for baptism.

    If you would like a child's application for baptism, which is meant to be done with an adult at home before bringing it to the church, please reach out to our Children’s Ministry here. 

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