BAPTISM OPEN FORUM!

A special “open forum” has been scheduled for Sunday, November 7 at 6pm to discuss the issue of baptism and membership. This forum is open to all who consider Calvary their home. Primarily, we will be discussing whether membership should be reserved only for those who have been baptized by immersion.

The Renew Team is firmly committed to our existing doctrinal statement AND to the belief that the biblical teaching regarding baptism strongly supports baptism by immersion after conversion. We have no intention of changing this belief.

However, we believe it is an appropriate time to have a discussion regarding whether or not those who have not been baptized by immersion should be able to be members of the church. Our desire is to provide an opportunity for all who desire to share their thoughts on this matter in a safe, loving environment. All are welcome to share their viewpoints, as we will model the kind of courteous dialogue which should characterize those who follow Christ.

This meeting is simply a time to discuss the issue. No decisions will be made (that will happen later in official congregational meetings), however we hope to gain some clarity from the congregation regarding their beliefs on this important topic.