BAPTISM
New Life Starts Here
Hillside believes in a believer's baptism. A believer’s baptism is choosing to be baptized after you have accepted Christ as your Lord and Savior. When you make the decision to be baptized, you will meet with the pastor. In this meeting, you will learn more about the baptism process and your baptism will be scheduled. Acts 2:38 says, “Repent and be baptized, everyone of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins…”
Baby Dedication
Baby dedication is a special moment where parents present their child before God and the church, committing to raise them in a Christ-centered home. During the dedication, the church family prays for the child and supports the parents as they teach their child to know and follow Jesus. This dedication is not baptism, but a public commitment by the parents and church to nurture the child in faith and love.
FAQ
What is the purpose of baptism?
The purpose of baptism is to publicly profess your faith as a believer, an act of obedience, and a symbolic washing away of sin. When you choose to be baptized you are following the example of Christ and being obedient to His command in Matthew 28:19-20, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit.”
Is baptism necessary for salvation?
Baptism is not needed for salvation. However, when you choose to follow Christ, there is a desire to live in obedience and follow Christ’s command to be baptized.
When should I get baptized?
You can get baptized once you have personally decided to follow Jesus Christ and placed your faith in Him for your salvation. Getting baptized is not a reward for perfection or to wait until you have everything figured out; it is the starting point of the Christian journey.
What can I expect being baptized?
When you are baptized, you can expect a celebratory and emotional experience. When you are baptized, it symbolizes the washing away of sins, dying to your old life, and rising to a new life in Christ. When you are baptized you will be submerged in the water. You will be asked to declare your faith in Jesus.