Yes, The United Methodist Church recognizes the baptism of other Christian denominations.
So, what does this mean?
For United Methodists, Christian baptism means “water is administered in the name of the triune God by an authorized person.”
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We recognize all baptisms in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (the name of the triune God) that involve water and are done by someone who is authorized by the other denomination to baptize.
We do not re-baptize those who have already received Christian baptism in any form. Our understanding that baptism does not need to be repeated rests on the steadfast faithfulness of God. Baptism is an act of God and God does it right the first time.
To those who have not yet received Christian baptism, we say, "Come!" We invite them now to come to the waters so “that having been born through water and the Spirit, you may live as a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ.”
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