Baptism

What We Believe

Baptism is an important step in one's journey of faith. As one of the sacraments, baptism is a physical sign of a spiritual truth. At Orchard, we want to encourage you in this wonderful life event, so there are many options when it comes to baptism.

What We Offer

Public Infant Baptism

Four times a year we offer the opportunity to have your child publicly baptism during a Sunday worship service. Sign up for the next Parent Baptism Class and choose the Sunday that works best for you.

Private Baptisms or Dedications

This is available for those who prefer an intimate and private celebration with their family. Sign up for the next Parent Baptism Class to schedule a day and time.

Adult Baptism

If you are considering being baptized as an adult, we'd love to help you take this next step! Contact Rendi below as we'd love to have a conversation with you about how you came to faith in Jesus and why you wish to be baptized. Then we will schedule a time for your baptism or you can be baptized at our yearly Celebration of Baptism in August.

Baptism Registration

Parent Class Adult/Student Baptism

Next Parent Baptism Class

Classes held quarterly

21 Oct

Parent Baptism Class

CEDAR FALLS GRUNDY COUNTY WAVERLY

October 21, 2024 • 6:30 PM

Our goal is to share what baptism is all about while giving you an opportunity to ask questions.

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Celebration of Baptism

Once a year we have a corporate Celebration of Baptism. We welcome all who have never been baptized and those wishing to publicly reaffirm their baptism to participate in this celebration. Everyone is welcome to join us at this event on any campus. If you are interested in being baptized, please register for the specific event.

Baptism FAQ

What does Orchard Hill Church believe about Baptism?

Baptism is one of two Sacraments that we recognize & celebrate, along with Communion. We believe sacraments to be outward, visible signs and seals of God’s invisible, inward grace. We celebrate baptism because we believe it is a gift from God that reminds of the promises He has made to his followers. In baptism we remember that Jesus has given us life--not because we deserve it, but because of God’s grace. Baptism is symbolic of the forgiveness we have received through the death and resurrection of Jesus. Our sins are washed away and we receive new life.

What mode of Baptism does Orchard Hill Church celebrate?

We believe that there is biblical evidence that supports both infant & believer baptism. Baptisms also occurred in multiple settings. Our belief is that the focus of baptism is not about the mode (when, where, how much water, etc.), but about what baptism represents. Baptism is a sign and seal of God’s grace. By practicing this sacrament we remember and celebrate what God has already done.

The most traditional mode of baptism in our church family is public infant baptism. We also recognize and do celebrate other modes of baptism:

Private Baptisms
Adult or Student Baptisms, commonly referred to as Believer Baptisms
Baptism by Immersion

We are also willing to perform Private Dedication ceremonies for parents who prefer not to have their children baptized.

How do I sign up for Baptism?

A Parent Baptism Class is the starting point at Orchard. If you would like to have your child baptized at OHC, make plans to register for our next quarterly Parent Baptism Class. This gives us a chance to meet you and talk about baptism in an informal, classroom setting. Our goal is to share what baptism is all about, as well as opportunities we offer for children & families. You also get a chance to meet some of our staff along with other parents from Orchard Hill Church who are also raising young children.

When do Baptisms take place?

Public infant baptisms take place at quarterly Baptism Sundays during morning services on all of our campuses. Private baptisms are scheduled after worship services on a Sunday morning.

How do I schedule a private Baptism?

Private infant baptisms are available for families who cannot participate in one of our quarterly Sunday Baptisms or who prefer an intimate celebration with their family. If you would like to arrange a private baptism, we invite you to first participate in our Parent Baptism Class. Private infant baptism ceremonies are scheduled through the Campus Leader and take place following the worship services at each campus. The ceremonies are informal and last no more than 15 minutes.

Which staff members can participate in baptisms & dedications?

It is important to us that one of our commissioned staff members participate in our baptism and dedication ceremonies. Student Ministry leaders are also able to perform baptisms of students in some situations with the approval of their staff coach. You are free to invite a staff person to participate or we will find someone for you.

What is a child dedication?

Child dedication is available for families who do not wish to baptize their child but still wish to celebrate them and make a commitment to raise their child in a Christian home. All dedication services are done privately between family members and commissioned staff. We ask that parents requesting a child dedication attend a quarterly Parent Baptism Class prior to scheduling the ceremony.

What options are available for students or adults that wish to be baptized?

Once you have registered for student or adult baptism, we will set up a time to meet with you to hear about how you came to faith in Jesus and why you wish to be baptized. There are three options for adults wishing to undergo the sacrament of baptism.

Baptism by Sprinkling—This can be done privately or publicly on one of our quarterly Baptism Sundays.
Baptism by Immersion—This can be scheduled privately.
Celebration of Baptism—Once a year we have an outdoor Celebration of Baptism. We welcome all who have never been baptized and those wishing to publicly reaffirm their baptism as a child to join us in this celebration.

Contact Us

We'd love to connect with you!

Rendi Scholten

Senior Leader

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What We Offer

Public Infant Baptism

Private Baptisms or Dedications

Adult Baptism

Baptism Registration

Next Parent Baptism Class

Classes held quarterly

Parent Baptism Class

Celebration of Baptism

Baptism FAQ

What does Orchard Hill Church believe about Baptism?

What mode of Baptism does Orchard Hill Church celebrate?

How do I sign up for Baptism?

When do Baptisms take place?

How do I schedule a private Baptism?

Which staff members can participate in baptisms & dedications?

What is a child dedication?

What options are available for students or adults that wish to be baptized?

Contact Us

Rendi Scholten

Rendi Scholten

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