We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life. —Romans 6:4

In the Christian tradition, Baptism is one of the fundamental sacraments of faith. It symbolizes the incorporation of the individual into the corporate body of Christ. At Truro, we see Baptism as a solid, objective milestone in each Christian’s history of salvation, signifying our obedience to the commands of our Lord. We promise to obey Jesus Christ as Lord, and to raise our children in the Christian faith. At Truro we hold our services of Baptism on Sunday morning, in the presence of the gathered Truro family. This stresses that our fundamental commitment to God is public, not private, and we need the community of faith to live out our baptismal vows.

In order to prepare adequately for Baptism, we ask that adults and parents of children who wish for them to be baptized go through the Newcomer Series. In addition there  is a required rehearsal on Saturday morning immediately preceding the Baptism Sunday,  9-11 am, in the Sanctuary. This is for adults, older children, the parents of children to be baptized, and sponsors or godparents of candidates who will be present at the Baptism.  In most cases, the Alpha Course will be expected for Adults presenting themselves for baptism.  A consultation with one of the clergy would be appropriate.

We offer both methods of Baptism:  immersion and effusion. Immersion is available for all ages in our baptistry, where candidates go completely underwater. Effusion is another name for pouring, and all ages are welcome to have water poured only on their head at our baptismal font. Either method is entirely appropriate and acceptable. At Truro we offer Baptism six times a year, and we offer Immersion at two of those services. 

The next Baptism is scheduled for Sunday, December 5, 2010.

For more information or to register for the next Baptism, please contact Laura Workman, lworkman@trurochurch.org