AI OVERVIEW: Baptism is a Jesus-shaped act anchored in his own baptism, his command in Matthew 28, and the New Testament practice of baptizing believers for the forgiveness of sins. Five images surround baptism: baptism into Christ—dying with him and rising to new life; cleansing from sin; baptism into one body—the church; baptism as new life; and baptism as a public declaration of faith that salvation comes through faith in Jesus. Christ Church practices infant baptism, adult sprinkling, and baptism by immersion, and plans a first-ever baptism by immersion on August 30 after the 10:45 a.m. Classic service in the parking lot, with preparatory classes on August 9 and 16th; sign up at christchurch.us/baptism.
YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION: If you’ve ever stood along the Chicago River and looked up at the skyline, it’s impossible not to feel a sense of awe. Tower after tower stretching into the sky. But what most people don’t see is what made those buildings possible. Before the skyline could rise, engineers had to...
