Births, Baptisms and Dedications

At the start of life...

How do I have my child baptised and/or confirmed?

Belonging to a world-wide family and saying "yes" to all that is of eternal Love, is a blessing to give any child. To help them grow up knowing they are loved by a bigger love, whatever happens, gives them a wider picture, a foundation for resilience and a generous heart. So we are delighted you are thinking of having your child baptised. At baptism you promise to raise your child to know that God loves him or her, and that you will help your child to follow Jesus as a member of the Church.

The congregations here are keen to support you and your child as you take this important step. We love to be with you to cheer at this moment, so that baptism can take place in a main service, or we can try to find a time to suit your wider family. Enquiries to the Benefice office on telephone 01491 875651.

We also offer the opportunity for older children, who have not been previously baptised, to undertake their own faith promises at a service of baptism and confirmation. Within the United Benefice, courses are run which explore the basics of the Christian faith. These are a foundation for confirmation preparation. Contact the Ministry Team via the Benefice email address.

For further guidance on baptism (christening), please see the Church of England website.

Can adults can be baptised too?

Adults can make a choice to belong or to confirm for themselves the words said for them when they were christened as a child.

Please contact a member of the Ministry Team if you would like to know more via the Benefice email address.