One of the most powerful moments in a believer's life — a public declaration that you belong to Jesus.
"Jump In the River. Encounter Jesus. Be Transformed."
More than just a ritual — it's your public declaration of faith.
Baptism doesn't save you — Jesus does. But baptism is the outward sign of an inward transformation. Christian baptism is how you publicly say, "I'm all in with Jesus." Water baptism represents your personal commitment to follow Christ. Whether you're exploring what an Anoka church baptism looks like or learning about the meaning behind this sacred step, we're excited to walk alongside you.
Going under the water represents dying to your old life. Coming back up represents walking in the new life Jesus won for you.
At Riverview, we baptize by full immersion — because that's how Jesus was baptized (Matthew 3:13-17) and how the early church practiced it (Acts 2:38-41).
If you've given your life to Jesus but haven't been baptized as a believer, this is your next step.
If You've Said Yes to Jesus — It's For You
Baptism is for anyone who has made a personal decision to follow Jesus Christ. There's no age minimum — just a genuine faith. For children, we simply want to make sure you understand what you're doing. We'll talk with you and your parents before the baptism date.
That was a beautiful act of dedication by your family — but believer's baptism is different. It's your own declaration, in your own voice, that Jesus is Lord. Your baptism celebrates your personal faith journey.
Baptism is about you stepping forward and saying yes to Jesus. It's a transformative moment for your faith, celebrated by your entire church family who will cheer you on.
There's nothing quite like seeing someone come up out of the water. Watch some of our most recent baptisms and let it stir your heart.
The process is simple. We want it to be meaningful, personal, and celebrated by your whole church family.
Let us know you're interested in being baptized. Answer a few quick questions so we can get to know you better and understand your faith story.
Our baptism team will connect with you one-on-one to talk through your decision, answer any questions, and help you prepare spiritually. Whether you're looking for baptism classes near me or simply want to understand what a baptism ceremony involves, we're here to guide you through every step of this important moment.
We typically offer baptism at church one Sunday per month during our Sunday service. At Anoka church baptism, we make it convenient for those seeking a baptism service in our community. Pick a date that works for you and your family who will be there to celebrate.
Come ready for a life-changing experience. Our team will guide you through every step, and your Riverview family will cheer you on from the crowd.
After baptism, we'll celebrate together and help you take your next steps in your faith journey — whether that's joining a life group, serving, or growing deeper with Jesus.
We're here to help. Here are answers to the most common questions we hear.
We'd love for you to talk with us about your faith journey. If you've now made a personal commitment to Jesus, believer's baptism is absolutely for you. This would be your public declaration of faith in your own voice.
We baptize believers of all ages. For children, the main question is whether they have a genuine, personal faith in Jesus. We do ask to meet with children and their parents to make sure everyone is on the same page and understands what baptism means.
We'll provide all the details you need. Most people wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting wet, and we have changing areas before and after. You might want to bring a towel and dry clothes to change into afterward.
No. You're welcome at Riverview whether you're baptized or not. That said, baptism is such an important next step for anyone who's decided to follow Jesus. We encourage everyone who's made that commitment to take this step of faith.
It's totally normal to feel nervous! Here's the beautiful part: everyone at Riverview will be cheering you on. This is a celebration, not a judgment. Talk with our baptism team about your feelings — we've baptized hundreds of people and know exactly how to make you feel comfortable and supported.
Absolutely! We encourage you to invite everyone important to you. Your family and friends are welcome to watch and celebrate this incredible moment in your faith journey. Many people say their baptism day was one of the most meaningful experiences of their lives.
Fill out the form below and our baptism team will be in touch within 24 hours.
Our baptism coordinators are here to answer any questions and help you feel completely prepared and confident about this important step.
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