What is Baptism?

Christian baptism is an outward sign of an inward change.  It symbolizes the cleansing of sins, a washing-away of the old self.  It’s also a symbolic representation of our dying to sin and being resurrected to new life in Christ.  Christian baptism is an important part of the process of following Christ and it is validated by a lifestyle of obedience to Christ.

At Crossings Community Church, we practice baptism by immersion.  The Greek word for baptism is baptizo, which means to immerse or dip under (Acts 8:26-39).  Jesus himself was baptized by being immersed (Matthew 3:13-17) so we follow the example He gave us through his own life.

Who Should Be Baptized?

We recommend that all persons who have recently committed their lives to Christ, returned to God after being separated from Him, or were perhaps baptized as children, make the decision to publicly proclaim their life in Christ through the experience of baptism.

How Do I Get Baptized?

If you're interested in finding out more about being baptized at Crossings, we encourage you to talk to Pastor Keith and attend the Baptism Class which is held the week prior to each Baptism Celebration.

We are currently planning for our next Baptism service open to children, teenagers and adults. 

For more information about Baptism, please contact Pastor Keith Wilkins:
pastorkeith@crossings.cc
(407) 324-5433

Important Instructions for Baptism:

Our Baptism Celebration will happen early in the service as part of the worship time and before the message. Please check with me before the service for any last minute instructions.

  •  If you prefer (recommended), you may wear the clothing to service that you plan to wear for baptism. If not, you will need to quickly change before baptism begins.

  • Modesty is essential when being baptized. All persons being baptized must wear shorts/swim shorts or long pants along with a T-shirt or acceptable top. Swimsuits are not to be worn. Since your clothing will be wet and clinging, it is advisable to wear dark, lose fitting clothes.

  • Bring a towel, a change of undergarments and any other clothing you might need after being baptized. You might also want to bring a hair dryer.

  • It is best to have a pair of flip-flops or sandals to wear to and from the baptistery. You will also want to be sure to take your towel with you to the baptistery.

  • All persons being baptized will meet in the kitchen with the pastors before baptism.

  • As baptism begins, each person will enter the baptistery according to the selected order. The actual experience of baptism is very brief. After being baptized, you will exit the baptistery and take your towel and head to the restroom to change clothes.

  • After drying and changing, please return to the sanctuary for the remainder of the service.

 I am very excited that you have given your life to Christ and that you are willing to be a witness of that decision by being baptized. As a child of God, I know that your Heavenly Father is very pleased with your decision, and He will be anxious to bless you as you are baptized.

Please watch the instructional video below for detailed information about the baptism experience.