Christenings and Baptism
A baptism, or christening, is the first step on a journey of faith when a person, most often a baby or child, is welcomed into the family of the church and the parents and godparents undertake to guide the young person to a life of faith.
The baptism will often take place within the framework of regular worship so that the wider congregation also bears witness to the event and will offer prayers for the family and godparents.
It is not exclusively babies and infants who come for baptism; often adults wish to make the commitment for themselves.
There is much more information on the Church of England website about the baptism/christening of a baby or child and about adult baptism:
Thanksgiving for the Gift of a Child
This special, simple service of thanksgiving, different from a christening, can be used as a way to say thank you to God for your child, be with friends and family, ask for God’s blessing and pray for your baby. This would also take place within a normal Sunday service.
You can find out more and view the words of the service on the Church of England website:
Who to contact
Please speak to any of the clergy or complete the Contact Us form. There is no charge for either Baptism or a Thanksgiving for the Gift of a Child.
