Baptism is a deeply meaningful, symbolic act that publicly demonstrates a person's decision to follow Jesus Christ. If you've decided to dedicate your life to following Jesus, you may be wondering what's next on your journey.
How can we help you take Your next step?
Whether you're ready to go public now or you've got some questions about baptism, let us help.
ADULTS
Adults interested in baptism can fill out the baptism interest form below. Our hope is every adult who gets baptized has been through Rooted, a 10-week experience where you will strengthen your connection with God, connect with others in the church and take practical next steps in living out your purpose. For more information about Rooted and to join the priority access list, go here.
CHILDREN
If your elementary-aged child is asking questions about salvation or baptism, we encourage you to attend Follow, a family experience to help kids understand how to have a relationship with Jesus. Follow is one of the prerequisites for an elementary-aged child to get baptized at Preston Trail.
STUDENTS
If your middle or high school student is asking questions about salvation or baptism, we encourage you to attend the PTSM Discipleship class, where students can come together to take their right next steps to grow deeper in their faith in Jesus. The PTSM Discipleship Class is one of the prerequisites for a student to get baptized at Preston Trail.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is baptism?
We baptize regularly at Preston Trail.
How do you baptize?
We baptize by immersion, or placing a person under water.
Whom do you baptize?
Many Christians who were baptized as infants ask if they need to be baptized again. Our answer is to follow the biblical order: first follow Christ, then be baptized as a follower of Christ. We believe baptism is available to anyone who has made the decision to place their faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior. (See Acts 2:38; 8:12-13; 22:16.)
Why should I be baptized?
To follow the example of Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17)
To obey Jesus (Matthew 28:18-20)
As a sign of loyalty to Jesus (Acts 16:32-34, Acts 18:8)
To portray the death and resurrection of Jesus (Romans 6:3-4)
To enter into community and covenant with other believers (Acts 2:41, 44)
To share the joy of new life in Christ (Mark 8:38)
To obey Jesus (Matthew 28:18-20)
As a sign of loyalty to Jesus (Acts 16:32-34, Acts 18:8)
To portray the death and resurrection of Jesus (Romans 6:3-4)
To enter into community and covenant with other believers (Acts 2:41, 44)
To share the joy of new life in Christ (Mark 8:38)