Take the next step into baptism.

Baptism is the public marker of an inward decision. If you’ve chosen to follow Jesus, we’d love to take this step with you. New to faith, or still deciding? Start with the gospel here.

Three people on the lawn after a baptism, holding a sign that reads I was baptized today at New Hope

An outward sign of an inward turn.

Baptism is a symbolic act, a public profession of faith in Jesus. At New Hope it’s also a family moment: a congregation gathered, voices raised, a person stepping into water and stepping out into the long, slow work of following Jesus.

The decision behind it carries the rest of a life.

Anyone who has chosen to follow Jesus.

If you’ve decided to follow Jesus, baptism is your next step. We baptize people of almost any age.

When the day comes, we’ll gather around you.

A young believer beaming on the church lawn after being baptized at New Hope

Each sign marks someone’s baptism day, and we celebrated every one.

How to get started.

Most of it happens in one form and one conversation.

  1. Register online.

    Tell us you’re ready. The registration form is the easiest place to start, and it gives our team what we need to prepare for the day.

    Register for baptism
  2. Talk with a pastor.

    Have questions about what baptism means, or want to walk through the day first? A pastor will sit with you, pray with you, and answer anything.

    Email the office
  3. Invite your people.

    Baptism is meant to be witnessed. Invite the family and friends who shaped your faith. When you register, you can ask for postcards to send them.

Past baptisms at New Hope.

Watch baptisms from our YouTube archive.

Common questions.

Who can be baptized at New Hope?

Baptism is for anyone who has chosen to follow Jesus, at almost any age. If you’ve put your trust in him, baptism is your next step.

What does baptism mean?

Baptism is an outward sign of an inward turn, a public picture of a life that has already turned to follow Jesus.

How do I sign up?

Register online. The form asks a little about your faith, and then a pastor will reach out to you.

Do I need to prepare anything?

Nothing before you register. The pastor you talk with will help you get ready for the day.

Can I invite family and friends?

Yes, please do. Baptism is a celebration, so invite your people to be there with you.

Talk with our pastoral team.

Want to talk it through in person first? Email the office and we’ll connect you with a pastor.

Email the office