FORMERLY MAPLE COMMUNITY CHURCH
WATER BAPTISM
NEXT STEPS - MOVE FORWARD
A step of faith. A new beginning.
A step of faith. A new beginning.
At North City, we believe that Water Baptism is the next step in your faith journey!
Water Baptisms are a public expression of your personal decision that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior.
To sign up to be baptized, please complete the form below. Our next Water Baptism service is: Nov. 30, 2025
What is Water Baptism?
Baptism is an outward sign of an inward decision - it is your personal declaration that Jesus Christ is your Lord and Savior. The word “baptize” means “to immerse” - to go fully under water.
It represents:
- Going under = your old life is buried
- Coming up = you’re beginning a new life with Jesus
Baptism doesn’t save you. Jesus does. Baptism is a powerful way to share with others, what Jesus has done in your life.
“We were buried with Him through baptism... so we too may live a new life.” - Romans 6:4
Why be Baptized?
1. Jesus Modeled It
“When all the people were baptized, Jesus was baptized too.” - Luke 3:21
2. Jesus Commanded It
“Go and make disciples... baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.” - Matthew 28:19
3. It Shows Your Faith
Baptism is how you publicly say, “I belong to Jesus.”
4. It Symbolizes Change
You’re leaving behind your old ways and walking in new life.
“Repent and be baptized... for the forgiveness of your sins.” - Acts 2:38
Baptism doesn’t get you into heaven, it announces that you’re already following Jesus.
Who should be Baptized?
Anyone who has:
- Believed in Jesus
- Turned from their old life
If you’ve made this decision, you’re ready for baptism.
Baptism is not required to be saved - it’s a response of obedience and joy
How we Baptize
We baptize by full immersion in water, like Jesus was.
It’s a picture of death to the old life and rising into new life.
We baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Common Questions
I’ve been baptized before - do I need to again?
If your previous baptism didn’t reflect your own choice to follow Jesus, or a genuine life change, you may choose to be baptized again now that your faith is personal.
Can my child be baptized?
Yes - we baptize anyone who understands and can articulate what baptism means and wants to publicly follow Jesus.
Parents are welcome to partner with our North City Kids or North City Youth pastors to help your child with this decision.
Can my baby be baptized?
In the Bible, baptism always follows a personal decision to follow Jesus.
We offer Child Dedication for parents who want to commit to raising their child in faith, and Water Baptism when the child is ready to decide for themselves.
Email us if you're interested in Child Dedication: info@northcitychurch.ca
Baptism is a joyful step - your way of saying:
“My old life is gone. My new life in Jesus has begun.”