At Eben-Ezer Haitian Baptist Church, we regard baptism as a crucial practice established by Jesus for the church. This sacrament serves two primary purposes: it marks a person's entry into the church community and is a public declaration of their faith and commitment to Jesus Christ as the head of the church. In baptism, believers symbolically align themselves with Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection, as described in Romans 6:3-4, showcasing their obedience to Christ's command to publicly profess their faith.

While we believe that baptism isn't essential for salvation, it represents an important act of obedience for believers. Jesus' mandate for baptism is clearly stated in the Great Commission, where He instructs the church to baptize disciples in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and to teach them to obey His teachings (Matthew 28:19-20).

But remember, baptism isn't about magically changing you. It's more about you publicly showing that you've started a new life with God's help (as explained in Colossians 2:12). Although parents who are believers may choose to publicly dedicate their infant children to the Lord, we believe that people should not be baptized until they can personally articulate their faith and the purpose of baptism.

If you haven't been baptized yet and want to, or if you just have questions about it, feel free to drop by our Member Center after the Sunday service or get in touch with our Leadership Team. We'd love to help you with this important step in your faith journey!