Baptism is one of the most sacred and joy-filled steps in the life of a Christian.
It’s a beautiful, outward sign of God’s grace at work in us—grace that’s offered freely and received by faith. At Church on the Hill, we believe baptism is more than a ritual; it’s a celebration of new life in Christ and a welcome into the family of God, no matter your age or stage of life.
For Infants and Children
When parents bring their child forward for baptism, they’re making a holy promise—to raise their child in the love of Christ and within the support of a church community. In the Methodist tradition, we affirm that God’s grace reaches us long before we can fully understand it. Baptism for infants and children is a powerful reminder that we belong to God from the very beginning, and that the church is committed to walking alongside families as they nurture faith at home.
For Youth and Adults
For those old enough to profess faith for themselves, baptism is a meaningful declaration of trust in Jesus Christ. It marks your decision to follow Him, to live in His grace, and to be formed by His teachings. In the waters of baptism, you are saying “yes” to the One who first said “yes” to you—publicly, joyfully, and in the presence of a loving community.
If you have never been baptized, or perhaps have a child that has never been baptized, and want to express your acceptance of God’s salvation through baptism, you can request to be baptized by clicking the button below to express your desire to be baptized.
Baptism Request
A Community Celebration
We hold Baptism Sundays throughout the year as a part of our 8:30 and 10:00 AM worship gatherings. These are special moments of worship where we witness God’s transforming love and affirm our shared calling to be the body of Christ. Whether through sprinkling, pouring, or immersion, the symbol of water points us to God’s cleansing grace and the gift of new life.
A Note for Those New to Church on the Hill
If you are new to our church or just beginning to explore whether COTH could become your spiritual home, we encourage you to attend regularly for, at least, three months before scheduling a baptism. This time allows us to get to know one another, and it helps us walk with you as you consider what baptism means in your life or in the life of your child.
Baptism is also a key step toward membership. We do hope you’ll explore becoming part of the Church on the Hill family. We also joyfully honor baptisms from other Christian traditions—so if you’ve been baptized previously, there is no need to be baptized again.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
We’d love to begin that conversation with you. Click the button below to complete our Baptism Request Form. Once submitted, someone from our team will follow up with next steps. Whether you’re planning for yourself or your child, we are honored to walk this sacred journey with you.
Baptism Request
Considering Baptism at Church on the Hill?
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