Children at Immanuel
Children are among God’s greatest gifts! Jesus Himself called the little children to come to Him, and at Immanuel, we long for that same thing. It is a joy to hear children singing, laughing, and even crying in church, because it means young hearts are learning to trust in Jesus.
about holy baptism
As Lutherans, we believe Holy Baptism is essential to our lives as Christians. Christ commanded baptism: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”(Matthew 28:19).
In Holy Baptism, the Lord promises forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Baptism is not something we do for God; it is His gracious gift to us.
Martin Luther explained it beautifully in the Small Catechism: “It works forgiveness of sins, rescues from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare.” (SC, Baptism, Second Part).
Baptism is a sacrament because Christ established it, invited us into it, and works through it to deliver the forgiveness of sins Jesus won at the cross. By His death and resurrection, Christ purchased salvation for all, and Baptism bestows the benefits of His redemption.
Should Infants Be Baptized?
Yes, they should! Infants, like all people, need what Baptism offers: forgiveness, life, and salvation (Acts 2:38–39).
Baptism is not about our decision or our work; it is about God’s work for us (Titus 3:5). In Baptism, God Himself is at work, creating faith and trust in Him (Colossians 2:12).
Just as a baby naturally trusts mom and dad, so too the Holy Spirit works saving faith even in the youngest child (Matthew 18:6). Through Baptism, that child is brought into God’s family with the full promises of His grace and made an heir of the kingdom of heaven (Galatians 3:26–27).
If you would like to learn more about Holy Baptism, or if you would like to schedule a baptism, please call the Church Office at 812-522-3118 to speak with one of our pastors.
In Holy Baptism, the Lord promises forgiveness of sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Baptism is not something we do for God; it is His gracious gift to us.
Martin Luther explained it beautifully in the Small Catechism: “It works forgiveness of sins, rescues from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare.” (SC, Baptism, Second Part).
Baptism is a sacrament because Christ established it, invited us into it, and works through it to deliver the forgiveness of sins Jesus won at the cross. By His death and resurrection, Christ purchased salvation for all, and Baptism bestows the benefits of His redemption.
Should Infants Be Baptized?
Yes, they should! Infants, like all people, need what Baptism offers: forgiveness, life, and salvation (Acts 2:38–39).
Baptism is not about our decision or our work; it is about God’s work for us (Titus 3:5). In Baptism, God Himself is at work, creating faith and trust in Him (Colossians 2:12).
Just as a baby naturally trusts mom and dad, so too the Holy Spirit works saving faith even in the youngest child (Matthew 18:6). Through Baptism, that child is brought into God’s family with the full promises of His grace and made an heir of the kingdom of heaven (Galatians 3:26–27).
If you would like to learn more about Holy Baptism, or if you would like to schedule a baptism, please call the Church Office at 812-522-3118 to speak with one of our pastors.
Cradle Roll
At Immanuel, we want to continue walking alongside families in the precious early years of their child’s life. That’s why we participate in the Growing in Christ Nursery Roll program, which provides families of small children with Biblical and age-appropriate ways to talk about Jesus at home.
At Immanuel, we want to continue walking alongside families in the precious early years of their child’s life. That’s why we participate in the Growing in Christ Nursery Roll program, which provides families of small children with Biblical and age-appropriate ways to talk about Jesus at home.
