Case 17 · Membership & Vows · Session

A Baptism Request Without Settled Oversight

A household asks for baptism for an infant while remaining loosely connected and hesitant about regular oversight and vows.

Discussion Questions

1

Which opening course best honors both welcome and the court's duty to clarify profession, standing, and vows?

2

If questions remain, which next course best preserves an ordinary and truthful path toward reception?

3

Which resolution best serves both the applicant and the congregation in a covenantal matter like this?

Scripture Cited

  • Acts 2:38-39
  • Genesis 17:7
  • 1 Corinthians 14:40

Constitutional Reference

Official Vows · Sacraments · Membership Oversight

If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone.

Matthew 18:15