Because You Give: Baptisms

Because you give, we are celebrating an incredible achievement at CityRise: 44 baptisms in the first half of this year. Each baptism represents a unique story of God's grace, a life transformed by the Gospel, and a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ.

Baptism is one of the most powerful moments in the life of a believer. It is an outward expression of an inward transformation—a testimony that God is at work drawing people to Himself. Thanks to your generosity, CityRise continues to be a place where people hear the Gospel, experience authentic community, and take meaningful next steps in their faith journey.

Among the many stories we have celebrated this year is a family of five who chose to be baptized in the same year. What a beautiful picture of God's faithfulness across an entire household. As parents and children publicly professed their faith side by side, the church was reminded of the lasting impact of discipleship within the family and the joy that comes when generations follow Christ together.

Another powerful story comes from a woman whose journey to baptism was marked by a remarkable encounter with God. She shared that she repeatedly experienced dreams in which God was calling her to follow Him and be baptized. As she sought to understand what these dreams meant, God continued to draw her closer to Himself. Eventually, she responded in faith, taking the step of baptism as a declaration of her commitment to Jesus. Her story serves as a reminder that God is continually pursuing people and working in ways that often surprise and inspire us.

These testimonies are just two examples of the many lives being changed through the ministry of CityRise. Behind every baptism is a story of prayer, relationships, discipleship, and God's transforming power. Whether through worship services, small groups, children's ministry, student ministry, missions opportunities, or personal conversations, God is using His people to point others toward Him. Together, we rejoice in these 44 lives and the many more stories still being written.