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Baptism is one of the most meaningful steps you can take.
We'd love to walk you through it. No pressure. Just reach out.

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Baptism is how you say it out loud.

something has changed in you.

IT'S SIMPLER
THAN YOU THINK.
what is baptism?

Baptism isn't about being perfect or having everything figured out.
It's a physical act that represents something spiritual — going under the water as a symbol of the old life, coming up as a symbol of the new one.

At Good Shepherd, we baptize people of all ages who are ready to follow Jesus.
If you're asking the question, you're probably closer than you think.

01

Tell Us You're Interested

Fill out the form below and a pastor will reach out to schedule a conversation. No commitment yet. Just a conversation.

02

Have a Conversation

We'll sit down with you or connect over the phone to talk about what baptism means, answer your questions and make sure you feel completely ready.

03

Pick Your Date

Baptisms happen almost quarterly during Sunday services at both campuses. Our Immersion Baptism service typically falls in the early Fall.

04

Your Moment

You'll be surrounded by your church family. We'll celebrate with you. It's one of our favorite Sundays.

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Here's how it works

SIMPLE STEPS.
MEANINGFUL MOMENT.

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What baptism Looks Like at Good Shepherd

* We do recognize the baptisms from other faiths and traditions so we do not re-baptize; however we offer opportunities to remember your baptism throughout the year.

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At Good Shepherd, we baptize people of all ages — kids, teenagers, adults, people who've been in church their whole lives,
and people who found faith for the first time last Sunday.

There's no perfect moment. There's just the moment you're in.
And if something has shifted in you,
if you're ready to say yes out loud,
we want to be part of that.

IF YOU'RE ASKING,
IT'S FOR YOU.

is this for me?

What can I expect during a baptism service?

Baptisms at Good Shepherd are a joyful celebration of faith and community! You’ll be surrounded by a welcoming congregation as we come together to celebrate this meaningful step in your spiritual journey. The pastor will guide you through the process, ensuring you feel prepared and supported every step of the way.

Do I need to bring anything?

Just yourself! Everything you need will be provided, including towels, a t-shirt you get to keep! We encourage you to bring friends and family to witness and celebrate this special moment with you.

when are baptisms offered?

We typically offer baptisms quarterly, providing opportunities throughout the year to take this step of faith. Keep an eye on our website or reach out to us for the next available date. We’d love to help you prepare for this meaningful experience!

how do you baptize?

We offer baptism by immersion once per year. This is a special service where we immerse you under the water. Our most common form of baptism is by sprinkling of water from our baptismal font. You can talk with a pastor about your choice. 

SHARE YOUR STORY HERE

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WE'D LOVE TO HEAR YOUR FAITH JOURNEY!

If your baptism at Good Shepherd was a meaningful moment in your faith journey, we’d love to hear your story! How did it impact your life, deepen your relationship with Jesus, or bring you closer to our community? Your story could inspire others to take the next step in their faith.

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