Allen Taylor has attended the river baptism numerous times, but Sunday’s service was especially meaningful. “It was important for us as a family,” he said as water dripped from his head.

Africa Live: Updates on this and other stories Baptism in a river rather than in church is seen as a way of re-enacting the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan. The ceremony is a symbol of ...

"They have been bribed with, if they are very very good while daddy is having his baptism, they can go for a little paddle in a minute." Walking in water in the De Lank River At the centre of the ...

New River Baptist Church, 45270 La. 429, St. Amant, will celebrate its 175th anniversary with events on Saturday and Sunday. Gospel singing by Voice of Joy, devotions led by Buddy Sheriff and ...