Baptism is the sacrament by which we celebrate God’s redemption and adoption of us as his children. It is an outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace in a person’s life and relationship with God. It marks our spiritual birth and belonging into Christ’s Body, the Church, and union with Christ in his death and resurrection, forgiveness of sins, and new life in the Holy Spirit. These spiritual blessings are applied to us and come to fruition through faith in Jesus Christ.
Baptism For Children
Steps in the Baptism Process:
- Register child(ren) for baptism by submitting a completed Baptismal Intake Form to baptism@tfcanglican.org.
- Attend the appropriate Baptism preparation class, based on age of child(ren).
- Baptism Class for Parents of Young Children (Ages 0-5) Register Here
- Sacramental Prep Class for Children (Elementary School)
- Sacramental Prep Class for Youth (Middle School)
- High School Confirmation Class
- Complete a Clergy Interview: After you have submitted the intake form and attended class, a clergy or staff member will contact you to schedule this meeting.
- Schedule a Baptism Service date: After clergy indicates that parents and/or child(ren) are sufficiently prepared for baptism, the Baptism Coordinator will contact you to schedule a baptism date.
- Participate in rehearsal and service on your scheduled Baptism Sunday!
Note – Church Membership: If parents requesting baptism for their child(ren) are not yet members of The Falls Church Anglican, we ask that they commit to join the church by completing a Membership Form and attending the Adult Membership and Confirmation Course. However, their child(ren) may be baptized before parents complete all membership requirements.
Learn more about our practices and process for children here:
A Child’s Pathway to the Sacraments
Baptism For Adults
Steps in the Baptism Process:
- Register for baptism by submitting a completed Baptismal Intake Form to baptism@tfcanglican.org.
- Attend the Adult Membership & Confirmation Course.
- Complete a Clergy Interview: After you have submitted the intake form and completed the Membership & Confirmation Course, a clergy or staff member will contact you to schedule this meeting.
- Schedule a Baptism Service date: After clergy indicates that you are ready for baptism, the Baptism Coordinator will contact you to schedule a baptism date.
- Participate in rehearsal and service on your scheduled Baptism Sunday!
Questions? Contact baptism@tfcanglican.org or 571-282-0704.
