Presbyterian, Congregational and Reformed Christians believe that baptism, whether of infants or adults, is a "sign and seal of the covenant of grace", and that baptism admits the party baptised into the visible church. ... It merely marked him as a member of God's covenant people Israel.
What is the meaning of baptism for Presbyterians?
Presbyterians believe that baptism is one of the two sacred acts, or sacraments, instituted by God for his followers. Baptism is the application of water to an adult, child or infant by an ordained minister in the presence of a church congregation.
Do Reformed Presbyterians believe in infant baptism?
Reformed Christians believe that the children of those who express faith in Christ should be baptized. Because baptism is believed to be beneficial only to those who have faith in Christ, infants are baptized on the basis of the promise of faith which will come to fruition later in life.