Baptisms

Calvary's practice of baptism is governed by the Book of Order of the Presbyterian Church. The Book of Order is part of our constitution.

There is no requirement for a parent or one exercising parental authority to be a member of a Presbyterian Church. Pastors at Calvary may baptize infants or children of people who may be active in another Christian congregation.

The basic requirement is for at least one parent or one person exercising parental responsibility to be an active member of some Christian congregation. This is because any baptism, for an infant or an adult, is simply a beginning: By Baptism we are welcomed by God into God's Church. We then need the encouragement and teaching of parents and others to grow into the faith.

If there are questions about this policy or how it works at Calvary, it is always best to call one of our Pastors.

Pre-Baptism Seminars

Those seeking to be baptized or to have their children baptized at Calvary must attend a brief pre-baptism seminar to learn about baptism theology and practice in the Presbyterian Church, and to learn what to expect on the Sunday morning of the baptism.

2009 Pre-Baptism Seminars:
February 8
March 29
May 3
June 14
September 6
November 1
December 13

2009 Sacraments of Baptism:
February 15
April 19
May 10 (Mother's Day)
June 21 (Father's Day)
July 19
September 20
October 11
November 15
December 26

To schedule a baptism or for more information, please contact us via the information on the right-hand side of this page.