The Gospel

1. Death to Sin and New Life in Christ: It represents being buried with Christ in His death and raised to new life through His resurrection (Romans 6:4).
2. Cleansing and Forgiveness: Baptism symbolises the washing away of sin and the cleansing power of Jesus’ sacrifice (Acts 22:16, 1 Peter 3:21).
3. Public Declaration of Faith: It is a public testimony of one’s faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to follow Him (Matthew 28:19-20).
4. Union with the Body of Christ: Baptism marks our entrance into the Church, the family of believers, and our identity as part of God’s kingdom (1 Corinthians 12:13).

In short, baptism symbolises a new beginning, forgiveness of sins, and a commitment to live for Christ.

 Yes, your children can be baptised, but it’s important that they make their own decision for Jesus and understand the significance of baptism. Baptism is an expression of faith, and we believe that children should have a clear understanding of what it means to follow Christ. As parents, it’s your role to teach your children about the love of God and the importance of this step in their faith journey.

While we don’t practice christenings, we do offer baby dedications where parents commit to raising their baby in the faith, and the church prays for God’s guidance and blessing over the child’s life. 

No! Baptism is available to anyone who has decided to follow Jesus, regardless of whether you are a part of ARC or not.

Believers should consider baptism if they have not been baptised after making a personal decision to follow Jesus. If you were baptised as an infant or before fully understanding the meaning of baptism, we encourage you to take this step as a reflection of your own faith and commitment to Jesus.