Matthew 28:19
"Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit."

 
Baptism

As Christians, our calling is clear. In Matthew 28:19, Jesus said, "Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit."

Baptisms & Barbeque events are held twice a year at Pastor Ed and Lou's home in Rancho Cucamonga: one on Memorial Day and the other on Labor Day. Well over a hundred people come out each time to celebrate with the new believers from Hope IBF, Hope Again and South LA Christian Life as they get baptized.

These are times of joyous celebration and known to inspire emotional words of thanksgiving for all that God is doing in their lives and a true and sincerely excited expectation for what God is going to do.

Labor Day 2011 Baptism
Another great day of celebration!











Memorial Day 2011 Baptism
Enjoy to slideshow of photos for this wonderful event!













Labor Day 2010 Baptism
Another great day in the sun and many profess their new found faith in Jesus!









Memorial Day 2010 Baptism
Can you imagine that we fit over 100 people at Pastor Ed and Lou's house for this baptism? Enjoy the photos of this fun day.








Labor Day 2009 Barbecue and Baptism

What a great day it was for fellowship, food, and celebration. Here are the photos for the baptism. With a larger croud than was expected, we saw 3 new believers were baptized. If you missed it, you'll enjoy the photos.


Memorial Day 2009 Barbecue and Bapism

It was chilly again this year in the morning but by baptism time the Lord provided plenty of warming sunshine. This year's event saw 10 new people baptized and there were over 100 people at the event. Take a look at the photos by clicking the link.


Memorial Day 2008 Barbecue and Baptism

We got a break from the heat this year. No big splash in the pool this year. But what a great time it was as 9 new believers proclaimed their faith in Christ. Take a look at the photos.


Labor Day 2007 Barbecue and Baptism

The heat was incredible this year as everyone at Hope tried to stay cool in Pastor Ed's pool. Thank you Eric for barbecuing in those extreme temperatures. We all had a great time and two new believers proclaimed their faith in Christ and dedication to follow Him by being baptized by Pastor Ed in his pool. Take a look at the photos and join us next year if you missed this one.


July 4, 2007 Barbecue and Baptism

July 4, 2007 came and went as usual for Hope IBF. We celebrated Freedom Day with a Barbecue and two new Christians proclaimed their new faith in Christ and dedication to follow Him by being baptized by Pastor Ed in his pool. Take a look at the photos and join us next year if you missed this one.


Labor Day Barbecue and Baptism

Once again Labor Day saw plenty of food and festivities at Pastor Ed and Lou's house. Take a look at the pictures of the event here.



Beach Fest 2006

What a great time it was this year as nearly 20 new Christians were baptized proclaiming publicly their new dedication to Jesus Christ. Here are the pictures!



July 4th Baptism

On July 4th we had our annual barbecue at Pastor Ed and Lou's house. However, this year we were all blessed as Yvonne was baptized. What a great celebration it was. See the pictures here.


Ernesto Escobar Baptism

What a blessing it was to see Ernesto get baptized. If you missed it, here are the pictures!