Baptisms can be performed in any standing body of water such as the ocean, a pool, or a river.
Dark, tight-fitting clothing is often the best. Some churches have robes specifically designated for baptisms.
This is a good time to tell them about how you’ll lower them and then raise them back up. Tell them that you’ll need them to work with you as you raise them up out of the water.
In some situations, the person being baptized may face the audience. You should still stand at their side, so you can properly support them.
Use a slow, calm voice to fit the seriousness of the situation.
Other versions of this confession ask questions rather than having the person repeat after you. Examples of questions to ask are: Do you believe that Jesus is the son of God? Do you believe that He died and was raised to life? Do you accept Him as your Lord and Savior? After each question, the person says, “Yes,” or “I do. ” Talk to the pastor of your church, or another local church, for other versions of this confession of faith.
If they don’t wish to plug their nose, tell them to cross their arms over their chest.
If it is easier for both of you, let the person bend their knees. In some traditions, you dunk the person underwater three times, once each for the father, the son, and the Holy Spirit. This is up to you, your church, and the person, but make sure they know if you are putting them under three times.
To show them the love of Christ and illustrate their new status as part of God’s family, give the person a hug before you leave the water.
