Christenings
Christening or the alternative name, baptism, refers to the cleansing or washing of the water. This is a serious and joyful choice for parents and Godparents to make for a child and we wish to help you prepare so that, on the day, you are happy with the commitment which you are making.
Frequently asked questions:
May my child be baptised if I or my partner has not been? – Yes, but if you want this for your child, wouldn’t you like to be baptised yourself? You would need to start coming to church regularly and to attend a course of preparation which is run annually. Please talk to us about what is involved.
Who may be a Godparent? – We ask that Godparents are adults.
How many Godparents may my child have? – Traditionally, a child has three Godparents, but they may have as many as you like as long as they have at least two. One Godparent may be one of the child’s parents or grandparent.
What is the fee for baptism? There is no fee but should you wish to make a donation we shall appreciate it. Gift Aid envelopes are available on the day and we have a payment station that takes all the usual debit and or credit cards.
Other information is available at www.churchofenglandchristenings.org
To book a baptism, please contact Revd. Miranda 01909 318059
Frequently asked questions:
May my child be baptised if I or my partner has not been? – Yes, but if you want this for your child, wouldn’t you like to be baptised yourself? You would need to start coming to church regularly and to attend a course of preparation which is run annually. Please talk to us about what is involved.
Who may be a Godparent? – We ask that Godparents are adults.
How many Godparents may my child have? – Traditionally, a child has three Godparents, but they may have as many as you like as long as they have at least two. One Godparent may be one of the child’s parents or grandparent.
What is the fee for baptism? There is no fee but should you wish to make a donation we shall appreciate it. Gift Aid envelopes are available on the day and we have a payment station that takes all the usual debit and or credit cards.
Other information is available at www.churchofenglandchristenings.org
To book a baptism, please contact Revd. Miranda 01909 318059
