Baptisms, Weddings & Funerals

BAPTISM
The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is a gift from God for all persons. It is offered by the Church to all those who are repentant and seeking to be a follower of Christ. A baptismal conference is held about a month prior to a desired baptism. In the conference there is a review of the meaning of baptism. Commitments are made declaring that one is a follower of Christ. In the case of an infant or child, parents and sponsors pledge to pass on the faith to the child. Baptism is offered to people of all ages and is usually administered in the worship setting. If you are interested in learning more about baptism, please contact Pastor Armstrong.

WEDDINGS
Weddings in the church are an act of praise and worship. We praise God for the gift of life and the experience of love. Couples pledge themselves to one another praying to bring out the highest ideals of Christian love in the marriage covenant. Premarital counseling is required and consists of six sessions beginning no later than 6 months prior to the wedding. One does not have to be a member at the time of covenanting with the pastor, but a commitment to Christ’s church is required and to be practiced in preparation for the wedding. Please contact Pastor Armstrong as soon as you can after engagement. People are frequently requesting dates one to two years and we want to help you make optimal arrangements for your wedding.

FUNERALS
When a loved one dies we encounter the mystery of life, death and resurrection. It is a holy time incorporating thanksgiving for a loved one’s life, grieving the loss of presence, and recalling the promises of eternal life in scripture and in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As the time of death draws near, you are welcome to contact the pastor to make arrangements and to have time for prayer in the home, hospital and nursing homes. Communion and anointing oil can be brought if requested. At the time of death again notify the pastor and discuss dates, funeral home arrangements, and a time to meet to complete plans and receive pastoral and congregational support.