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Invitation to Baptism
Thank
you for your interest in exploring the sacrament of baptism in the Community of
Christ. We are most anxious to share with you personally. We invite you to
contact the pastor of the
congregation nearest you for further conversation.
Everyone is invited to consider a life-long commitment to Jesus
Christ, expressed through discipleship in the Community of Christ.
To follow Jesus Christ, we must become disciples. Christians are called to be
more than just a name. Disciples are people whose lives are transformed as they
continually seek to pattern their lives after the example and teachings of Jesus
Christ.
Becoming a disciple in the Community of Christ begins with these
steps:
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Listen within yourself for the call of Jesus Christ in your
life.
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Be involved with a congregation, participating in activities
that help you learn, grow, and serve others.
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Learn more about the gospel and the church by talking with a
minister or member who can help you more fully understand and respond to the
call of Jesus Christ in your life.
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Talk with your congregational pastor about your desire to be
baptized into the fellowship of the body of Christ. Arrangements will be made to
celebrate this very important decision.
Following baptism and confirmation you are invited to continue
sharing fully in the life of your congregation, experiencing activities designed
to move you forward in your discipleship. Expectations for membership would
include:
For further information regarding these expectations see the
resource entitled Being a Disciple.
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