Next Steps: Baptism & Membership
A short online course on baptism and making Deerfield COGOP your church home — work through it at your own pace.
Next Steps is for anyone ready to take their next step of faith — getting baptized, becoming a member, or just exploring what those mean. In short, self-paced lessons we'll cover the why and the how, and answer the questions people most often ask.
No pressure and no prerequisites. Enroll, read through each lesson, check your understanding, and someone from our team will be glad to walk the rest of the way with you.
What you'll learn
1Why Baptism?
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A Picture of New Life
Baptism shows that you are joined to Jesus.
Quiz - 2
A Sign of Faith, Not a Way to Earn Heaven
We are baptized by immersion as a glad 'yes' to God.
Quiz - 3
Water, the Spirit, and Common Questions
Water baptism is one thing; the Holy Spirit is another gift.
Quiz - 4
Review: Why Baptism?
A quick look back at what baptism means.
2Belonging Here
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One Body, Many Members
The church is one body, and you are a needed part.
Quiz - 6
Why Belonging Beats Just Attending
Committed belonging is deeper than only showing up.
Quiz - 7
What Membership Means
Membership is a mutual promise lived out in simple rhythms.
Quiz - 8
Review: Belonging Here
A quick look back at what it means to belong.
Join the class to read each lesson and take the knowledge checks.