Water baptism
Born again
Whether you came to faith last week or 10 years ago – water baptism is a powerful and joyful step in your faith.
With baptism, you testify before God and people: I belong to Jesus. I have a new identity.
“For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.”
Galatians 3:27
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Why baptism?
Baptism is:
- a public confession of your faith
- a sign of your new identity in Christ
- a step of obedience
- a new beginning
Many describe their baptism as one of the most beautiful and significant days of their lives:
“The day of my baptism was one of the most beautiful days of my life.”
“For me, baptism was the step to confirm my decision for Jesus. The power and love of God that I experienced in the process was overwhelming.”
Preparing for your baptism
We want you to experience your baptism consciously and well-prepared.
21 questions about baptism
In a video, we answer the most important questions about baptism – honestly, understandably, and with a solid biblical foundation.
“Your Baptism” Bible reading plan
For preparation, we recommend the “YOUR BAPTISM” Bible reading plan in the YouVersion Bible app.
Get Free Workshop or Weekend
For optimal preparation, we recommend participating in the Get Free Workshop or Weekend before your baptism. This step helps you experience inner freedom and strengthen your foundation of faith.
Registration & Dates
Water baptism takes place several times a year. You can find the next dates here.
Frequently asked questions about baptism
Here you will find answers to the most important questions.
General information about baptism
Baptism is a conscious step in faith in Jesus. It expresses that a person is leaving their old life behind and deciding to follow Jesus. Baptism is a visible sign of this personal decision.
Anyone who has personally decided to live a life with Jesus and wants to take this step consciously.
Every baptism is valid. Even if someone later falls away from faith, the baptism does not lose its meaning.
People who were baptized as children and could not make this decision consciously for themselves at the time are baptized by us if they personally decide to do so today.
Get Free is a guided prayer offering from ICF that supports people in letting go of inner blocks, old patterns, or burdens to Jesus and experiencing personal freedom.
Watch the video “21 exciting questions about baptism” and start the Bible reading plan “Your Baptism”.
There is a mandatory baptism preparation on the Sunday before the baptism for the candidates as well as the baptism companions from Sunday Night.
There, we explain the spiritual foundations of baptism and consciously take time for personal preparation.
Companion & Baptism
Yes, every person who wants to be baptized brings a companion. This person accompanies you in faith and symbolically stands by your side.
The companion is baptized themselves, ready to accompany the candidate spiritually, and is of the same gender.
Exceptions regarding gender only apply to parents, siblings, or spouses. There are no other exceptions.
Please feel free to contact us. We will help you find a suitable companion.
Yes. The baptism preparation is intended for both the candidate and the companion.
Photo and video recordings
Yes, photo and video recordings will be made during the baptism celebration.
During the celebration, video recordings will be made in any case and the service will be streamed live. Photos will also be taken. Anyone participating should be aware that recordings will be made.
Yes. The further use of photos, for example for the website or social media, can be restricted in advance. Please let us know your wishes in good time.
Yes. If you discover a photo that you would like to have removed, please contact us. We will review your request and take care of it.
For videos, the subsequent removal of individual persons or scenes is generally not possible.
No. You don’t have to share or say anything publicly if you don’t want to.
Practical questions about baptism
- Dark swimwear, for example swimming trunks, sports shorts, or leggings
- Towel
- Water shoes or flip-flops, if available
Candidates will receive a T-shirt from us.
Yes. Please wear dark clothing. White clothing is not suitable.
Yes. Just get in touch with us, and we will clarify how you can receive your baptism certificate later.
The baptism certificate is available in German or English. Other languages are also possible upon request.
Organization & Contact
Yes. Registration is done via the baptism form.
Feel free to write to us at [email protected] or use the form below.
More questions about baptism?
We are glad that you are interested in baptism. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us – we will get back to you as soon as possible.