Baptism

In Anglicanism, Baptism is a sacrament, that is, it is an outward and visible sign of God’s invisible grace. The outward and visible sign is the water in which candidates are baptized “in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” The inward and spiritual grace is death to sin and new birth to righteousness, through union with Christ in his death and resurrection (Romans 6:1-11). 

For Youth and Adults

Each youth or adult candidate for Holy Baptism is to be sponsored by one or more baptized persons, who are themselves committed to Christ and commended by the example of their own holy living. They are also to undergo a season of instruction, known as Catechesis, where they learn the meaning of their Baptism and the essentials of the Christian faith. If you are interested in baptism as an adult or youth, contact David Hyman.

For Children

At Holy Trinity we only baptize the children of church members or regular attenders. As Anglicans, we believe infant baptism, “is to be retained in the Church, as most agreeable with the institution of Christ” (Article XXVII). As youth and adults have sponsors, so do young children. They are commonly called godparents. They join with parents to present the child, make promises in their own names, and also take vows on behalf of their candidates. Parents are likewise to be encouraged in their duties to help their child grow in the knowledge and love of the Lord.

If you desire for your child to be baptized, please fill out an Application Form for Baptism at Holy Trinity and send it to David Hyman.

Thanksgiving for the Birth or Adoption of a Child

The Birth or Adoption of a Child is always an occasion for thanksgiving and prayer in family and community. At Holy Trinity, we offer a rite for use when the child is brought to a worship service for the first time. If you are interested, please contact David Hyman.