BAPTISM. We believe that as in baptism we have been united with Christ in His death and resurrection, so we have died to sin and should walk in newness of life (Romans 6:1-11). [Moravian Covenant for Christian Living]
"Moravians are normally baptized as infants, but parents are not required to present children for baptism. Baptism is understood to be a visible sign of entry into the covenant of grace through the death and resurrection of Christ rather than a washing away the stain of original sin. Except in extreme circumstances, baptisms are conducted in a regular service of worship so that the congregation may vow to assist in the spiritual nurture of the one being baptized." [Center for Moravian Studies]
If you are interested in learning more about baptism or planning a baptism, please call the church office.
If you are interested in learning more about baptism or planning a baptism, please call the church office.
HOLY COMMUNION. In celebration of this Sacrament we receive the renewed assurance of the forgiveness of our sins and of our fellowship with Christ; unite with one another as members of His Body; and rejoice in the hope of His return in glory. Therefore, we will commune faithfully and thus renew our pledge of allegiance to Him. [Moravian Covenant for Christian Living]
"The Moravian Church acknowledges the mystery of Christ’s presence in Holy Communion and trusts in the simple words of Scripture when consecrating the elements. We profess that Christ is truly, spiritually present in the act of Communion. Worshipers receive Christ by faith, not mechanically. As such, Communion is the most solemn and yet the most joyful ritual of the Moravian Church. Since we do not believe that the bread and wine are the physical body and blood of Christ, we do not have a reserved sacrament or an altar. Instead we celebrate Communion at a simple table. Normally the pastor goes out into the congregation to serve the people in imitation of Jesus who came to serve." [Center for Moravian Studies]
