It’s time for Baptism Sunday and this year we’re taking it to the beach! Come by boat or by land to The Narrows at First Landing State Park. To get to this part of the park, drive to the 64th street entrance from Atlantic Avenue near the North End of Virginia Beach. Look for our “Big House” parking signs to find us. Entry fee to the park is $10. Bring a towel, chair, or blanket to sit on the beach.
If you’d like to get baptized, click the button below to sign up and see further details for getting baptized below. We’re so excited to see you step into new life and freedom with Jesus!
OTHER PARK DETAILS
After church services, you may stay all day as the park is open from 8am until dusk. You may also inquire regarding annual passes. There is no parking fee for handicapped or disabled veterans.
We'd like to note that the REI Sports shop in Town Center/Pembroke has a promotion that REI members can use any receipt from their shop as a free day pass to any VA State Park. A lifetime membership to REI only costs $20 (one time fee) and any receipt qualifies for the free day pass.
If the cost of the parking is prohibitive for you, please contact us to see if we might be able to assist you.
BAPTISM DETAILS & INFORMATION
What is water baptism?
Baptism is a public declaration of your faith in Jesus Christ! Not only that, but it is a prophetic act of resurrection! “For when you were baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism, you were also raised with Christ.” Colossians 2:12 When we are baptized, we partner with Christ in a physical representation of a spiritual act!
What should I wear to get baptized?
Guys – A swimsuit or shorts and a shirt.
Ladies – a swimsuit, shorts and a shirt (dark color).
Bring a towel and maybe a change of clothes for after service if you’d like to be dry!
What to expect:
At Big House Church, we practice baptism by full immersion. After worship, we will invite you, and the other being baptized, to the water’s edge. We will take a few minutes to talk with all of those who are being baptized and ask you a few questions (below).
Questions we will ask:
Have you asked Jesus Christ to be your Lord and Savior?
In 30 seconds, what has God done in your life, and why have you decided to be baptized today?
After you have shared, our pastoral staff will walk with you into the water, about waist high. We will have you hold your nose and then gently and securely tip you back into the water until you are fully submersed, baptizing you in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Can I invite people?
Please do!! We would love to have your friends and family here to celebrate with you and take video & pictures!