As Presbyterians, we believe in the triune God. In other words, God is one God, yet revealed in three persons, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We believe that the Bible is the written revelation of who God is.
Baptism
Baptism doesn’t depend on us. It is a gift of God that we don’t earn or deserve. We can’t buy God’s love or do anything to get it. Rather it is God’s free gift to us. Baptism is a sign of this gift given to both children and adults.
When a child is baptized, they are brought by their parents to receive the Sacrament. It is our hope that the child will continue to grow and experience God’s love on their journey through this world. Parents are promising that they will bring the child up in the knowledge and love of Christ and the Church. It is necessary then that at least one parent be an active Christian and member of the Congregation as a sign that they are seriously committed to fulfilling this promise and are truly interested in their child’s spiritual welfare.
Communion
Communion is thanksgiving of Christ's live and death. It strengthens and unites us with Jesus and each other. At Westminster we also invite children to the Lord's table and it is the parent's decision to allow the child to participate.