Baptism & Membership
Come join our family and be a part of CMC!
To be eligible for reception into membership, please note that you should be worshipping in CMC for at least 6 months, and attending a Care Group for at least 6 months. All membership candidates, whether by transfer from other denominations or other Methodist churches, will have to attend the full course.
If you are a Baptismal candidate who does not fulfil the aforementioned membership attendance requirements, you can receive baptism but not membership. You can be received into membership once you fulfil the attendance requirements within 2 years of attending this course.
Key Dates
Infant/Child Baptism Briefing
Date: Sunday, 6 December 2026
Time: 12.30 pm – 1.00 pm
Venue: Level 4, Room 2
Baptism & Membership Class
Date: Saturday, 19 December 2026
Time: 9.00 am – 3.00 pm
Venue: Level 3, Auditorium 1
Baptism Service to follow
Time: 3.30 pm – 6.00 pm
Venue: Level 1, Baptism Pool & Level 2, Sanctuary
Please email [email protected] to receive the registration form.
ONE-DAY BAPTISM & MEMBERSHIP CLASS
Saturday, 19 December 2026
Everything in ONE DAY
Our One-Day Baptism & Membership Class (ODBMC) is designed so that the classes, preparation and briefing, Baptism, Membership reception, and Reaffirmation of Faith are completed on 19 December 2026. We encourage all regular worshippers to apply for Baptism & Membership at the same time, unless there are special circumstances.
Before 19 December 2026: Submit the baptism and membership application form and complete an interview with our church ministry staff or pastor.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 November 2026
Please submit your completed application form by this date so that the Church Office has sufficient time to arrange your interview before 19 December 2026.
Obtain your application form → Email us at [email protected] to obtain a softcopy of the application form.
Submit the completed form → Hardcopy to our Church Office or email the softcopy to [email protected] by 15 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding Baptism, Membership & Reaffirmation
1. What is Baptism?
Baptism is a sacrament of the church and an outward sign of God’s grace at work in your life. It is also a public declaration of your faith in Jesus Christ and your decision to follow Him.
At Christ Methodist Church (CMC), candidates may be baptised either by immersion or sprinkling.
If you have already received a Christian baptism, you do not need to be baptised again when applying for Membership but we do require a copy of your baptism certificate.
2. What is Membership?
Membership is your commitment to make CMC your church community and to participate in the life and mission of the church.
To apply for CMC Membership, you must have been part of a CMC Care Group (CG) for at least 6 months, complete the relevant application form and interview, and complete the One-Day Baptism & Membership Class.
3. What is Reaffirmation of Faith?
Reaffirmation of Faith is for a person who has already been baptised and would like to publicly renew and reaffirm their commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith.
Unlike Baptism, the person is not baptised again. Instead, during the service, they publicly reaffirm the faith and promises associated with their Baptism.
Your Schedule
4. Which classes and sessions do I need to attend?
Candidates required to attend the One-Day Baptism & Membership Class must report at 8.30 am at Auditorium 1. Classes will run from 9.00 am–3.00 pm, with lunch provided.
IMPORTANT: All candidates must report at 3.00 pm at Auditorium 1 on 19 December 2026 for a compulsory briefing on Baptism & Membership reception procedures.
I am applying for:
Membership Only
✅ Compulsory: Full-day Class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm (Lunch provided)
❌ Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
Baptism by Sprinkling + Membership (16 & above)
✅ Compulsory: Full-day Class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm (Lunch provided)
❌ Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
Baptism by Immersion + Membership (16 & above)
✅ Compulsory: Full-day class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm (Lunch provided)
❌ Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
Baptism by Sprinkling only (16 & above)
✅ Encouraged, not compulsory: Full Day Class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm (Lunch provided)
❌ Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
Baptism by Immersion + Membership (16 & above)
✅ Encouraged, not compulsory: Full Day Class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm (Lunch provided)
❌ Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
Reaffirmation of Faith
✅ Encouraged, not compulsory: Full Day Class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm (Lunch provided)
❌ Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
Infant/Child Baptism (below 16)
✅ Compulsory for at least one parent: Infant/Child Briefing, 6 Dec, 12.30–1.00 pm
❌ Full Day Class on 19 Dec, 8.30 am–3.00 pm
Baptism only? We still encourage you to attend the 19 December class. Once completed, the class is valid for 2 years. If you apply for CMC Membership within those 2 years, you will not need to attend the class again, although all other Membership requirements still apply.
5. Can I apply for Baptism and Membership at the same time?
Yes. If you meet the Membership requirements, you may apply for Baptism and Membership together, and in fact this is encouraged. You will attend the full-day class, be baptised either by immersion or sprinkling, and be received into Membership during the 4.30 pm Service.
6. What is the difference between Baptism by Immersion and Baptism by Sprinkling?
Baptism by Immersion involves the candidate being lowered into the baptismal water at CMC’s Level 1 Baptismal pool. Baptism by Sprinkling takes place during the 4.30 pm Saturday Service, with water applied to the candidate.
Please indicate your preferred mode of Baptism on your application form.
7. When does Baptism by Immersion take place?
Candidates first report for the compulsory 3.00 pm briefing at Audi 1. Baptism by Immersion will take place after the briefing and before the 4.30 pm Saturday Service at the baptismal pool downstairs.
After baptism, candidates may change into dry clothes and must still attend the 4.30 pm Service. Towels and changing facilities will be provided by CMC.
Your Schedule
4. Which classes and sessions do I need to attend?
Candidates required to attend the One-Day Baptism & Membership Class must report at 8.30 am at Auditorium 1. Classes will run from 9.00 am–3.00 pm, with lunch provided.
IMPORTANT: All candidates must report at 3.00 pm at Auditorium 1 on 19 December 2026 for a compulsory briefing on Baptism & Membership reception procedures.
| I am applying for… | 6 Dec Infant/Child Briefing 12.30–1.00 pm |
19 Dec ODBMC 8.30 am–3.00 pm |
| Membership only | No | YES – Compulsory |
| Baptism by Sprinkling + Membership (16 & above) | No | YES – Compulsory |
| Baptism by Immersion + Membership (16 & above) | No | YES – Compulsory |
| Baptism by Sprinkling only (16 & above) | No | Encouraged, not compulsory |
| Baptism by Immersion only (16 & above) | No | Encouraged, not compulsory |
| Reaffirmation of Faith | No | YES – Compulsory |
| Infant/Child Baptism (below 16) | YES – Compulsory for at least one parent | No |
Baptism only? We still encourage you to attend the 19 December class. Once completed, the class is valid for 2 years. If you apply for CMC Membership within those 2 years, you will not need to attend the class again, although all other Membership requirements still apply.
5. Can I apply for Baptism and Membership at the same time?
Yes. If you meet the Membership requirements, you may apply for Baptism and Membership together, and in fact this is encouraged. You will attend the full-day class, be baptised either by immersion or sprinkling, and be received into Membership during the 4.30 pm Service.
6. What is the difference between Baptism by Immersion and Baptism by Sprinkling?
Baptism by Immersion involves the candidate being lowered into the baptismal water at CMC’s Level 1 Baptismal pool. Baptism by Sprinkling takes place during the 4.30 pm Saturday Service, with water applied to the candidate.
Please indicate your preferred mode of Baptism on your application form.
7. When does Baptism by Immersion take place?
Candidates first report for the compulsory 3.00 pm briefing at Audi 1. Baptism by Immersion will take place after the briefing and before the 4.30 pm Saturday Service at the baptismal pool downstairs.
After baptism, candidates may change into dry clothes and must still attend the 4.30 pm Service. Towels and changing facilities will be provided by CMC.
Before You Apply
8. What do I need to do before Baptism, Membership or Reaffirmation?
1. Complete the relevant Baptism/Membership application form. The form includes several questions and a written testimony, so please allow sufficient time to complete it.
2. Attend an interview with a CMC ministry staff member or pastor.
The CMC Church Office will contact you to arrange a suitable interview time before 19 December 2026.
For Membership, you must also have been part of a CMC CG for at least 6 months.
9. When is the application deadline?
Please submit your completed application form by 15 November 2026. This allows sufficient time for the Church Office to arrange your interview before 19 December 2026.
Applications are only considered complete after the relevant form has been submitted and the required interview has been completed.
Membership
10. I want to become a CMC Member. What do I need to do?
On 19 December 2026, please report at 8.30 am for the classes. You will be received into Membership during the 4.30 pm Saturday Service, where your Membership certificate will also be presented.
- Have been part of a CMC Care Group for at least 6 months
- Complete the relevant application form
- Attend an interview with a CMC ministry staff member or pastor
- Attend the ODBMC
11. I have already been baptised. Do I need to be baptised again to become a member?
If you have previously received a Christian baptism, you do not need to be baptised again to become a member.
You may apply for Membership and go through the Membership preparation process.
12. I attended the Baptism & Membership Class before. Do I need to attend again?
If you completed the class within the last 2 years, you do not need to attend the class again when applying for Membership.
You will still need to meet the other Membership requirements, including being part of a CMC Care Group for at least 6 months, and complete the relevant application and interview process.
Baptism & Reaffirmation of Faith
13. I want to be baptised, but I’m not applying for Membership yet. Do I need to attend the class?
The full-day class is not compulsory for Baptism-only candidates, but we strongly encourage you to attend.
Once you complete the class, it is valid for 2 years. If you decide to apply for CMC Membership within the next 2 years, you will not need to attend the class again. You will, however, still need to fulfil the other Membership requirements.
14. What do I need to say during my Baptism? Do I need to memorise anything?
No. Everyone being baptised will receive a personalised card with their name on it and the relevant liturgy printed on the back.
You can refer to the card during the service, so there is no need to memorise the liturgy.
15. I am being baptised by immersion. What should I bring?
Towels will be provided, and toilet/changing facilities will be available.
After your immersion baptism, you will still need to attend the 4.30 pm Service, as the service liturgy includes those who have been baptised by immersion.
- Dark-coloured clothing for your baptism
- A change of clothes to wear for the 4.30 pm Service
- A cardigan or jacket if needed, as the Sanctuary may be cold
16. I am going through Reaffirmation of Faith. What do I need to attend?
Reaffirmation of faith is for a person who has already been baptised and would like to publicly renew and reaffirm their commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith.
Unlike Baptism, the person is not baptised again. Instead, they enter the baptismal pool before the 4.30 pm service as a sign of reaffirmation.
The full-day ODBMC is encouraged but not compulsory.
Please report at 8.30 am on 19 December 2026. You must also attend the 3.00 pm briefing at Auditorium 1 and will participate in the immersion in the baptismal pool before the 4.30 pm service and reaffirmation during the 4.30 pm Saturday Service.
Before 19 December 2026, you will need to complete the relevant application and attend an interview with a CMC ministry staff member or pastor.
Infant & Child Baptism
17. My child is below 16. Which category should I apply under?
For this programme, anyone below 16 years old is considered a child and will follow the Infant/Child Baptism process.
18. Do parents need to attend a briefing?
Yes. At least one parent of an infant/child being baptised is required to attend the compulsory Infant/Child Baptism Briefing on Sunday, 6 December 2026, from 12.30 pm–1.00 pm.
19. Does my child need to attend the full-day class on 19 December?
No. Infants and children being baptised do not need to attend the adult classes during the day
20. Does my infant/child need to be present for the 3.00 pm briefing?
Yes. Infant/child baptism candidates should report at Auditorium 1 at 3.00 pm together with their parent(s) for the compulsory briefing before the 4.30 pm Saturday Service.
Baptism Service - 19 December 2026
21. What happens during the 4.30pm Service?
The Saturday Service begins at 4.30 pm.
During the service, candidates will participate in the Baptism, Membership and Reaffirmation of Faith as part of the service.
Candidates will receive their relevant certificates at the conclusion of the Baptism & Membership proceedings.
You may invite friends and family to attend the 4.30 pm Service and are encouraged to do so, as this is a significant milestone in your Christian journey.
The service is expected to end at approximately 6.00 pm.
Coming as a Family?
22. My family members are applying for different things. Do we all follow the same schedule?
Not necessarily. Each person follows the schedule for his/her own category.
Example family: Dad – Reaffirmation of Faith | Mum – Adult Baptism by Sprinkling only | Son (13) – Child Baptism | Daughter (1) – Infant Baptism
6 December, 12.30 pm–1.00 pm: At least one parent attends the compulsory Infant/Child Baptism Briefing for the two children.
19 December, 8.30 am: Dad attends the full-day class because Reaffirmation candidates are encouraged to come. Mum is strongly encouraged to attend as an adult Baptism-only candidate. If she completes it, the class remains valid for 2 years should she later apply for Membership. The children do not attend the adult classes.
19 December, 3.00 pm: The whole family reports at Auditorium 1 for the compulsory briefing on Baptism & Membership reception procedures.
3.30 pm: Dad goes into the baptismal pool as part of the Reaffirmation of faith, changes to dry set of clothes after.
4.30 pm Saturday Service: Dad – Reaffirmation | Mum – Baptism by Sprinkling | Son – Child Baptism | Daughter – Infant Baptism
Approximately 6.00 pm: Service ends.
Need Help?
23. I’m still not sure which category I fall under. What should I do?
Please contact the CMC Church Office at 6345 3934 or email [email protected] and let us know your situation. We will advise you on the next steps.
24. Where do I obtain the Baptism & Membership application form?
Email [email protected] and we will send you a PDF copy of the application form. You may print and submit the completed hardcopy to the CMC Church Office, or email the completed softcopy back to us by 15 November 2026.
