baptism

Here at Outer West Community Church, we like to say that baptism is an outward expression of an inward change - a way to share your faith in Jesus publicly. Being baptized shows others that you've decided to follow Jesus and allows others to celebrate the decision with you!

If you’ve been thinking about baptism, you might be wondering what it really means.

In this video, we explain what water baptism is, what the Bible says about it, and why it matters for followers of Jesus.

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BAPTISM FAQ

  • Jesus was baptized and since then, millions of his followers have followed his example. Baptism is a way for you to do the same and participate in a common experience with followers of Jesus around the world.

    Baptism is a way to go public with your faith to show others that you have started a personal relationship with Jesus or are returning to a relationship with Him.

    Baptism is not necessary for salvation. It symbolizes the new life you began when you started following Jesus. It symbolizes your old life dying (going under the water) and your new life (coming out of the water).

  • Yes! Many people in our church were baptized in a different faith tradition or before they fully understood baptism as an infant or child and they’ve made the choice to be baptized now.

    Being baptized as an adult does not minimize the decision made by your loved ones when you were a child but signifies your decision to publicly proclaim your faith in Jesus as an adult.

  • Awesome! For younger children, we believe Child Dedication is an appropriate next step. We will also baptize those who are able to make a decision of their own. Contact us at info@outerwest.org for either of these options.

  • We understand Scripture to teach that people who are of an age to have made a decision to follow Jesus should be baptized. Baptism doesn’t make you a Christian, it shows that you already are one.

    We embrace the tradition of child dedication for infants and young children. The tradition comes from 1 Samuel 1:21-28 where Hannah dedicates her son, Samuel, back to God. For more information about our next child dedication follow our social media and/or email us at: info@outerwest.org

  • Yes! We will work with everyone to make baptism a great experience. We will help those in a wheelchair get in and out of the baptismal, we’ll provide extra time for you to get in and out of the tub, whatever it takes, it will be great!

  • We get it! You’re not alone. Many people are anxious as they sign up for this milestone but trust us, there’s no greater feeling than publicly professing your faith in Jesus! Our staff is here to support you, pray with you, and encourage you every step of the way.