Baptism
Take the plunge.
Baptism is the public picture of a private decision — buried with Christ, raised to brand-new life. If you've decided to follow Jesus, this is your next step.
Why get baptized?
It changes nothing — and everything.
Baptism doesn't save you — Jesus does. But it's how he asked us to go public with that decision. Going under the water pictures the old you being buried; coming up pictures the new life you've been given. It's a celebration, a declaration, and an act of obedience all at once.
"We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead… we too might walk in newness of life." — Romans 6:4
The next step
Three simple steps
Baptism 101
A short class where we walk through what baptism is, what it means, and answer every question you have. No pressure — just clarity.
Sign up for 101 → 02Say yes
Decided you're ready? Let us know. We'll get you a shirt, a time, and everything you need for the big day.
I want to be baptized → 03Baptism Sunday
Go public with your faith surrounded by your church family — and we'll throw a party to celebrate.
See Baptism Sunday →Good questions
Before you take the plunge
Do I have to be baptized to be a Christian?
No — you're saved by trusting Jesus, not by getting wet. But baptism is the first thing he asks of every new follower, so it's worth doing and not worth waiting on.
I was baptized as a baby. Should I do it again?
We celebrate that your family dedicated you to God. Baptism in the Bible follows a personal decision to follow Jesus — so if you've made that decision yourself, we'd love to baptize you.
What do I wear? Will I be on stage alone?
We'll give you a CityLine baptism shirt; wear shorts underneath. And no — a pastor and your people will be right there with you the whole time.
Can my whole family get baptized together?
Yes, and it's one of our favorite things. Just let us know when you sign up.
What about my kids?
We want kids to understand what they're doing, so we'll talk with you and your child first to make sure they're ready. Start with Baptism 101.
Ready when you are.
Take the first step today — we'll walk with you the rest of the way.