HOLY BAPTISM
If you have or are expecting a child and are looking for a place to have your child baptized, you are welcome. If you an adult seeking a deeper connection with God, you are welcome.
The doors of Saint George’s are open to anyone who wants to find, or to be found, by God.
Becoming a member of the church involves a commitment from you to Christ and to the church, as well as a commitment from the members of Saint George’s to you. To assist you in exploring that commitment, there is a preparation process that begins with a conversation with our clergy.
To get started on your journey, please reach out to our Priest-in-Charge, The Rev. Dr. Karin Ekholm. You may do this in person or by e-mail.
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Holy Baptism is the sacrament by which God adopts us as his Children and makes us members of Christ’s Body, the Church, and inheritors of the kingdom of God.
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The outward and visible sign in Baptism is water, in which the person is baptized in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
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The inward and spiritual grace in Baptism is union with Christ in his death and resurrection, birth into his death and resurrection, birth into God’s family the Church, forgiveness of sins, and new life in the Holy Spirit.
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It is required that we renounce Satan, repent of our sins, and accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior.
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Infants are baptized so that they can share citizenship in the Covenant, membership in Christ, and redemption by God.
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Promises are made for them by their parents and sponsors, who guarantee that the infants will be brought up within the Church, to know Christ and be able to follow him.
FAQ
BAPTISM IN THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
from the Catechism of the Episcopal Church, Book of Common Prayer, P. 858
CONFIRMATIONS
Confirmation is the rite in which we express a mature commitment to Christ, and receive strength for the Holy Spirit through prayer and laying on of hands by the Bishop (Book of Common Prayer P. 860).
All adults interested in being confirmed, received, or reaffirmed in the Episcopal Church are invited to speak with the Priest-in-Charge, the Rev. Dr. Karin Ekholm. You may do this in person or by e-mail.
LIFE, COMMUNITY, and FAITH CLASS
Life, Community, and Faith class is necessary for adults who would like to be baptized, confirmed, received, or to reaffirm their faith. Learn more about this unique opportunity to explore your faith.