Attached is curriculum for four sessions of teaching baptism throughout the liturgical seasons. Scriptural knowledge of water and baptism along with understanding of baptism found in Luther's Small Catechism are required for leading these sessions. The sessions focus on community, remembering, experiences, service, and an intergenerational activity. Although it is geared toward Sr. High Youth, it is adaptable for different age groups.

A bible study for a large group of high school youth (12-35). This study provides background about Colessea, critical reading of the text, thoughtful questions that relate to life, and a sending song.

This sermon engages the difficulties surrounding The Binding of Isaac (or Akedah) story. It is meant to be an Easter Vigil sermon but could be adapted for a bible study or other context. The likely age group would be for young adults or precocious high school students. I have also included an exegetical rationale so that leaders can follow my steps (this is more for the leaders than for the participants). Following the sermon are discussion questions for small groups. These are suggestions and are by no means the only ways that you can engage this story.

This lesson on baptism is geared to children in the 4th and 5th grade. It can be adapted to any age group by making modifications to the types of questions that are asked and the types of activities that are done. If this lesson is being taught to younger students, the “Family Discussion” worksheet should be addressed to the parents/guardians instead of the children. Baptism

This is an exploratory study seeking to document current practices of pre-baptismal education, in the context of specific local churches, to gain insight into what they are doing in this arena. It is the author’s intent to engage in an investigation of the general pre-baptismal experience within the Minneapolis and St. Paul synods of the ELCA and to examine a few specific expressions of this teaching moment. I believe, and the church teaches, that becoming a parent means entering into a calling from God to participate in God’s creative and redemptive activity through the raising of one’s children. However, many parents feel ill equipped to raise their children to respond to God. The literature in religious education suggest that pre-baptismal education is an important tool in the church’s ministry to reach out to and support parents, not only in their own faith journey, but also in assisting them in becoming the primary faith nurturers of their children.

This is a sheet to introduce you to ways of celebrating baptismal anniversaries with your child or godchild. On the date of their baptism, you can use any of the following ideas or make up your own to celebrate their special day, just as you would their birthday.

This is done at the beginning of the service following announcements and opening hymn.

Tips and techniques for celebrating the baptism of a young person.

This can be used for a Baptismal Renewal Service. Through Baptism we are incorporated by the Holy Spirit into God's new creation and made to share in the priesthood of all believers. One in Christ Jesus, with joy and thanksgiving, we are members together of the household of God. Sisters and Brothers: Remember your Baptism and be thankful!

Every time there is a baptism, a baptismal banner is made. Each banner is unique in style and personalized with person's name and date of baptism. The banner is hung in the church the day of the baptism and is presented to the family as a gift from the congregation.