Baptism initiates a covenant of relationship between God and the baptized person and between the church and the person. When you are baptized or affirm your baptism, the congregation enacts God's grace toward you and welcomes you into the community of faith. As a response to God's gracious initiative, you will be asked to pledge your loyalty to the life and ministries of The United Methodist Church and to promise to uphold the local church with your prayers, presence, gifts and service. As a baptized Christian, you will be part of the universal church and part of a particular community of Christians where you are known and watched over in love.
Contact Susan Sumpter ext.224 ssumpter@WesleyMemorial.org or Susan Kelley ext. 222 skelley@WesleyMemorial.org about the journey of becoming a Christian and a member of The United Methodist Church. They will be able to answer your questions and help you discern what next steps you want to take.