Two years ago, Bailee had a stirring curiosity about baptism, telling her mom, Danielle, “I know what it means to walk with God.” It was at that point that Danielle suggested they sign up for the Kids Baptism Class. “We answered questions, and it wasn’t me answering; it was her answering the questions of why she wanted, and what she thought it meant.”

The Kids Baptism Class is a space where parents and guardians are empowered to help their kids make the right next step in their faith journey. Here, kids have an opportunity to discover what it means to believe and follow Jesus. Parents are encouraged to be the primary disciple-maker in their kids life, modeling what it looks like to take steps in Jesus’ direction. Listening well is the priority for their parents, ensuring kids truly know what it means to be baptized before taking that step.

During the class, there’s an intentional portion for kids to think through who they can invite to celebrate their baptism with them. As soon as class was over, Bailee texted and called all her friends and invited them to come witness and cheer her on as she took her next step in Jesus’ direction.

Three of her close friends, Zoe, Isabella, and Myla showed up for her baptism. Danielle says,

“She was so excited to learn a little bit more that it wasn’t just about her accepting God in her heart, but it was also letting people know. [She's excited to] help spread the Word, to help do her [part] in showing everybody what it really does mean to be a follower of God. It's not just about your relationship, it’s about getting other people involved too.”

In 2023, over 100 kids attended a baptism class, taking the next step in their journey of becoming a disciple. Each of those kids is experiencing the transformation that can only come through Jesus.

Bailee’s transformation story is,

“When I wasn’t baptized, I felt very sad and not happy. Then, when I was baptized, I felt like Jesus was always there, and I know he would be there.”

Do you have a story like that?

A Kid’s Baptism Story