An outward declaration of an inward transformation.

Water baptism is an incredibly important moment in every Believer’s walk with God.

Upcoming Baptism Services

Southern Pines Campus

Baptism Orientation
November 5 | Room 205 | 7:45PM
November 8 | Room 202 | 8AM

Baptism Weekend
November 12 | 6:30PM
November 15 | All services

Seven Lakes Campus

Baptism Orientation
November 8 | Multipurpose Room 9:30AM

Baptism Weekend
November 15 | All services

Carthage Campus

Baptism Orientation
November 8 | Room 103 | 9:30AM

Baptism Weekend
November 15 | All services

Water Baptism is one of the most meaningful moments in a believer’s journey with Jesus. It is the outward declaration of an inward transformation—a public expression of the new life Christ has given you. When we are immersed in the water, we identify with Jesus in His death and burial. As we are raised from the water, we identify with His resurrection and the hope of eternal life.

Our Baptism Weekends are designed as family worship experiences, and we encourage children in elementary school and older to join us as we celebrate together. gKids will be available for children Pre-K and younger during each service.

At Grace Church, we believe every follower of Jesus should take this next step of faith, and we would love to celebrate this special moment with you.

Seating is available on a first-come, first-seated basis. If the Worship Center reaches capacity, comfortable overflow rooms will be available so everyone can be part of the celebration. Whether you’re being baptized or coming to cheer on family and friends, we can’t wait to celebrate what God is doing in so many lives together.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are so excited to help you take this next step! To get started, sign up for Baptism Orientation, a short class that will provide all the details you need.

We hold baptism services 3–4 times per year. Check out our calendar for upcoming dates.

Baptism is an outward declaration of an inward transformation. It is a sign to the
watching world that we are one with Christ and that we are devoted to a lifelong
relationship with Him.

To identify with Jesus and all He experienced in dying for our sins and resurrection into new life.

We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. —Romans 6:4 (ESV)

To receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. —Acts 2:38 (ESV)

No. We receive salvation only through faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior, the Son of God. Baptism is an expression of that faith to others.

Just as Jesus suffered once and for all (1 Peter 3:18), so you only receive baptism
once, after acknowledging your honest need for Him. If you were baptized prior to this relationship, you may consider being baptized again now that it is meaningful (Acts 19).

It is our belief, in line with biblical accounts, that water baptism is not for infants, since they are unable to genuinely express a mature understanding or knowledge of having faith in Jesus.

We do not have a specific age qualification for baptism. The parents and pastors involved are responsible for determining the child’s ability to understand what Jesus has done for them and what a lifelong walk with God means.

No. We believe the person doing the baptizing ought to be the person who disciples you or has had the most spiritual influence in your life (relative, Group leader, mentor, etc.) (Matthew 28:18-20)

To get baptized, we invite you to attend Baptism Orientation. Check out our calendar for upcoming dates.

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