In The United Methodist Church, we practice two Sacraments. These are Holy
Communion and Baptism.
Baptism
As United Methodists, we believe that each person has a journey of faith. The
Sacrament of
Baptism is the initiation of that journey. Baptism in the Christian Church is an outward
symbol of dedication and new life in Christ. Baptism reminds us that God is still there
with
us, and that God has not left us and is constantly seeking to move us towards perfection
with God’s grace. We practice one baptism in a person’s life. This can be through
sprinkling
or immersion and can happen, regardless of age. At any time, a person may choose to
reaffirm
their Baptism which is a moment between that person and God, remembering God’s grace
that
was present at their Baptism and that God is with them always. This is not re-baptism as
in
The United Methodist Church, we do not believe in re-baptizing. If you have a question
on
the Sacrament of Baptism or would like to be baptized, please contact us (contact us
hyperlink to CU page) and we will be in touch.
Holy Communion
As United Methodists, we believe that the Sacrament of Holy Communion is a
transforming
Sacrament of God’s grace to the people who partake. It is life-giving and sustaining for
our
journey. This Sacrament is known to United Methodists as a Holy Mystery and does many
things
that we cannot explain in our lives. We believe in the Real Presence of Christ at this
Sacrament. Anyone is welcome to the table. You do not need to be baptized to receive the
Sacrament of Holy Communion. We welcome all to the Table! There are no prerequisites.
There
are no exceptions. Come to the Table and be changed!