Baptism and Confirmation
Baptism at TOMS
Baptism is an outward physical sign (washing with water) of an inward spiritual grace (washing of our sins under the new covenant of Jesus blood).
In our Baptism services, we use ordinary water to point to the extraordinary work of God in cleansing us from sin and giving us a new heart to trust and serve him, through the death and resurrection of his Son.
Baptism provides a public opportunity to turn to Christ and express a personal trust in him and what he has done for us, and to ask for the renewing work of the Holy Spirit.
What should we expect at a Baptism Service?
At TOMS, we baptise both children and adults.
Baptism is one of two sacraments we celebrate as an Anglican church (the other is Communion).
During our Baptism service, those being baptised (or the parents of children being baptised) will declare their trust in Christ, repent of their sins, and affirm their faith and willingness to obey God’s commands.
Baptism is a beautiful celebration, and one of our favourite things to celebrate as a church family!
You might like to read the Baptism service outlines below to get an idea of the promises and declarations made.
Confirmation at TOMS
Our Confirmation service is opportunity to reaffirm the promises made at infant Baptism.
At TOMS, our Confirmation service is held once each year, and is performed by our Regional Bishop. This is a significant and powerful service, recognising the wonderful work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of our young people, who wish to declare their faith in Christ.