BAPTISM

What is baptism?

Baptism is an important and exciting step for every person who has accepted Jesus as their savior. Baptism is an act of obedience to his command: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19–20).

Through symbolism, baptism celebrates many aspects of our salvation in Jesus. The water symbolizes spiritual cleansing and forgiveness through Jesus’ sacrifice. Immersion under the water symbolizes dying to our old, self-centered ways, and then being raised to a new life marked by love for God and others. While baptism itself does not save us, when we are baptized, we declare publicly that we will follow Jesus.

Baptism is public because it is also a celebration of belonging to God’s family, the new community we call the Church. It’s one of the best ways disciples of Jesus can share their story with others.

It is a privilege to celebrate with you as you take this next step on your spiritual journey!

Getting baptized at CCC

CCC teaches and practices believer’s baptism for those who have made the descion to follow Jesus and are 12 years and older. While there is no age described in scripture, several factors have played into the CCC elders decision to start baptisms at the age of 12. If you have more questions please reach out to allisond@cccomaha.org.

We invite parents of younger children to continue to mold them into Christ like obedience. Communion is open to any age child, at a parent’s discretion. Communion is different because it invites us into communion with God regularly and not once in a lifetime. We also encourage parents to read scripture, pray together, and invest relationally in their kids in addition to attending church as all of these things mold children into Christlikeness. Then, when they are 12 years old, we will be delighted to baptize them!

We want to come alongside to help you fully understand what baptism is and how to prepare for the event. We’ll be there every step of the way to help you decide if baptism is right for you at this point in your discipleship journey.

If you’d like to schedule your baptism, please share some information with us using the "Sign Up" button below. Additionally, watch the video above to prepare for your baptism. Someone from our staff team will connect with you to hear more of your story.