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Baptistry Water Temperature, and How to Heat It

The right water temperature for an immersion baptistry, how much water you need to heat, and three practical methods to get there.

10 September 2026

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How to Conduct an Immersion Baptism, Step by Step

The full sequence of an immersion baptism, from advance preparation to filling the pool, the immersion itself, and packing down after the service.

10 September 2026

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Immersion Baptism Safety and Accessibility for Every Candidate

How to make an immersion baptism safe and dignified for every candidate, including elderly people, children, and people with reduced mobility.

10 September 2026

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Portable Baptistry: Room for Two People and Full Immersion

The Kollder portable baptistry holds up to two adults in the pool, the candidate and the officiant, for a supported, dignified full immersion.

8 September 2026

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The Advantages of the Kollder Portable Baptistry for Immersion Baptism

A rundown of the concrete advantages of the Kollder portable baptistry for a church practicing immersion baptism: setup, structure, maintenance, and transport.

7 September 2026

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Cleaning and Maintaining a Portable Baptistry Between Services

How to clean, disinfect, and store a portable baptistry between baptisms to extend its lifespan.

7 September 2026

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Evangelical Protestantism in France: An Overview and Key Numbers

How many evangelicals in France, how many places of worship, which church unions: a data-based overview of French evangelical Protestantism.

7 September 2026

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How to Find an Evangelical or Baptist Church in France

The official directories for finding an evangelical, Baptist, or Protestant church in France, and how to use them.

7 September 2026

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How to Choose a Portable Baptistry Based on Your Church's Profile

The right portable baptistry has less to do with a universal spec sheet than with your church's actual profile: baptism frequency, mobility needs, and budget.

7 September 2026

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Immersion Baptism: Origins and Why the Practice Is Growing

Where the practice of immersion baptism comes from, why it's central to Baptist and evangelical churches, and why it's growing in France.

7 September 2026

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How to Hold an Immersion Baptism Without a Pool or River

Practical solutions for churches that want to practice immersion baptism without relying on a municipal pool, a lake, or a river.

7 September 2026

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Inflatable vs Rigid Folding Baptistry: Which One Fits Your Church

A comparison of inflatable and rigid folding baptistries to help a church choose the right immersion baptism equipment.

7 September 2026

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Kollder Portable Baptistry vs Portable Baptistry and DIY Solutions: A Comparison

An objective comparison between the Kollder portable baptistry, the US-based Portable Baptistry, and makeshift solutions such as inflatable pools and bathtubs.

7 September 2026

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Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Portable Baptistry

The most common mistakes churches make when buying a portable baptistry for the first time, and how to avoid them.

7 September 2026

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Outdoor Immersion Baptism: What to Plan for at a Camp or Convention

Organizing an outdoor immersion baptism at a summer camp, convention, or regional gathering: logistics and equipment to plan for.

7 September 2026

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What Size Pool Do You Need for an Adult Immersion Baptism

Dimensions, water volume, and fill depth recommended for a baptism pool sized for full adult immersion.

7 September 2026

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Portable Baptistry for Baptist Churches: Why It's Essential Equipment

Why a portable baptistry is close to essential equipment for a Baptist church, and what sets it apart from a makeshift setup.

7 September 2026

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Portable Baptistry Buying Guide: What to Check Before You Order

The essential criteria to check before buying a portable baptistry for your church: structure, dimensions, material, and accessories.

7 September 2026

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How Much Does a Portable Baptistry Cost? A Church Budget Guide

Price ranges for portable baptistries by structure type, and what explains the gap between an inflatable model and a durable rigid structure.

7 September 2026

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Portable Baptistry Manufacturer Comparison: Baptizo, Portable Baptistery Company, The Portable Baptistry, Church Outlet vs Kollder

An objective comparison of the leading portable baptistry manufacturers in Europe and the US, and where the Kollder portable baptistry fits.

7 September 2026

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Renting vs Buying a Portable Baptistry: What's Right for Your Church

A comparison of renting versus buying a portable baptistry, based on how often your church expects to hold immersion baptisms.

7 September 2026

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Why Choose a Portable Baptistry Over a Built-In Baptistery

A comparison between a portable baptistry and a fixed baptistery built into the building, for churches weighing the two options.

7 September 2026

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