Kansas City Baptist Theology Conference

A Deep Dive Into Baptism

You’re invited to our “Deep Dive Into Baptism” mini-conference on January 17th, 2026 featuring Dr. James M. Renihan, President of the International Reformed Baptist Seminary.

  • Deepen your understanding of the biblical basis for believer’s baptism 
  • Be better prepared to explain and defend your church’s practice
  • Enjoy like-minded fellowship with other Kansas City Baptists
Save Your Seat (Just $8!)

Only 150 Seats Available (Lunch Included!)

Conference Info

Saturday, January 17th, 2025:
9:00AM-3:30PM

Hosted at Calvary Baptist Church: 8130 Lackman Rd Lenexa, KS 66219

Dr. James M. Renihan

After a ministry of church planting in central Massachusetts, Dr. James M. Renihan and his family moved to Escondido, CA in 1998 to begin serving as Dean of the newly formed Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies. He led that work for 20 years, and when it became IRBS Theological Seminary in 2018 was appointed the first president. He has served as a pastor of churches in Massachusetts, New York and California.

He is also the author of multiple books, including To the Judicious & Impartial Reader: An Exposition of the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith (Founders Press).

Conference Schedule & Information

9:00am: Doors Open (Refreshments)

Attendees are invited to arrive early to find their seats, get refreshments, and engage with other attendees before the conference starts. 

9:20am: Announcements & Introduction

The conference will start promptly at 9:20am with announcements about the day’s schedule and other housekeeping items. 

9:30am: Baptism in the OT

Is Old Covenant circumcision the true background for Christian baptism as is often argued by paedobaptists? In this session, Dr. Renihan argues that there is another Old Testament concept that the New Testament uses in its teaching on Christian baptism. 

10:45am: Baptism in the NT

In this session, Dr. Renihan discusses the symbolism of baptism and argues for a close link between baptism and a believer’s confession of faith in Christ from the New Testament.

12:00pm: Lunch

Lunch will be provided onsite and attendees will have the opportunity to see old friends, meet new ones, and fellowship with like-minded brethren.

1:15pm: Why We Only Baptize Believers

In the last section, Dr. Renihan interacts with the main arguments for paedobaptism. The goal is to present paedobaptism fairly by dealing with published writings of some of its proponents and then offer charitable credobaptist critiques.

2:30pm: Open Mic Q&A

After the final session, attendees will have the opportunity to ask follow up questions and get clarifications from Dr. Renihan regarding the material he presented. The conference will wrap up no later than 3:30pm.

Save Your Seat (Just $8!)

Only 150 Seats Available (Lunch Included!)

Location & Parking

Calvary Baptist Church
8130 Lackman Rd Lenexa, KS 66219

Parking at the church is free and plentiful.

The “Deep Dive Into Baptism” Conference Is Sponsored By...

Reformed Baptist Church of Kansas City

Reformed Baptist Church of Kansas City

Meets at 24450 W 83rd St Lenexa, KS 66227

Worship 10:00AM
Study Hour 11:40AM
Fellowship Lunch 12:45PM

We are a confessional 1689 church committed to that biblical, God-centered, confessional, historic, and practical message set forth by our Reformation, Puritan, and Baptist forefathers.

Register Today to Secure Your Seat

- Deepen your understanding of the biblical basis for believer’s baptism 

- Be better prepared to explain and defend your church’s practice

- Enjoy like-minded fellowship with other Kansas City Baptists

Save Your Seat (Just $8!)

Only 150 Seats Available (Lunch Included!)