Baptism
We
welcome children and adults for baptism. In your child’s baptism you are
thanking God for the gift of life and starting your child on a lifetime’s
journey in the Christian faith. We, as members of this church, are here
to support you at this important stage in your child’s life.
Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving
service is an opportunity for you to thank God for the gift of a child. It
is a special way of celebrating the birth or adoption of a new member of
your family. At Daresbury it takes place in the chapel at a convenient
time for you and your baby and other family and friends if you wish.
It is a short
spoken service of approximately ten minutes and does not involve the same
promises as in the Baptism service. It can be followed at a later date by
Baptism.
Q
When do you have Baptisms?
A
Baptisms at Daresbury usually take place on the 3rd Sunday of
the month at the main service at 10.30am or at 12.30pm
Q What’s
the difference between a Baptism and a Christening?
A
There is no difference. They are different words for the same thing.
Q How do
I arrange a Baptism?
A
Come to a Sunday service and meet our Vicar, David
Felix, afterwards. You are welcome to bring your baby in a pram or
whatever is convenient for you plus any food or toys that you need. We will discuss possible dates and
ask you to fill in a Baptism Form. We
do have toys for young children.
Q What happens if we have moved out of the area?
A
Perhaps you were married
here or lived in the parish as a child and your family are still resident
here, in which case phone or e-mail to discuss possible dates.
Q If we arrange a Baptism do we need to come to church
every Sunday?
A
There is no requirement to attend services but we would enjoy getting to
know you and your child before the Baptism day. It also helps you to feel
at home in the church building, to get to know some of the people involved
in your child’s Baptism service and to have a better understanding of what
it means to be part of the Christian family which your child is joining.
Q Our
new baby has played havoc with any structured plans we make! What happens
if we are late?
A
Babies can be very unpredictable! Please don’t worry
about arriving after the service has started. In warm weather the door is
left ajar and when it’s cold you need to lift the latch but whenever you
arrive you are very welcome.
Q How do
we know what is expected of us in the Baptism service?
A
About 2 or 3 weeks before the service a member of our
baptism team meets you for an informal discussion, either at church or in
your home, to explain what happens in the service. You will be given some
leaflets that explain the significance of the various parts of the service
but if you would like to know more now then do visit
www. cofe.anglican.org/lifeevents
Q We are
not married. Can our child be baptised?
A
Yes, we are happy to baptise your child whatever your family structure. We
have celebrated Baptisms with one parent families and at weddings. All are
welcome.
Q Does
it matter how many friends we invite to the Baptism service?
A
There is no limit except the size of the church. We have had services for
just the small family unit up to over a 100 guests. It is helpful for us
to know the numbers so that we are prepared with sufficient Orders of
Service.
Q
Can we take photographs or Video the Service
A Yes; but there are
restrictions please see this Link
We hope that this
has answered some of your questions, but please do not hesitate to contact
us if you would like further information.
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