Child and Adult Baptism

At St Mary’s Church we generally carry out baptisms in the 10.30am main service on a Sunday or at 1pm on a Sunday outside the main service.

During a christening your child will be baptized with water. It’s the start of an amazing journey of faith for your child and a special day for all your friends and family. Your child’s christening and baptism is a joyful and important step in the spiritual journey of your family. You have planned over many months for this child’s safety and comfort; those plans will change over time as they grow. Their spiritual needs will change over time also. Baptism is the first step that can provide them and your family the encouragement , support, and love that a larger Christian family offers.

Adult baptism is at the heart of an amazing journey of faith as a follower of Jesus Christ. You are never too old to take this step, and being baptized as an adult is a wonderful experience.

Please contact us by completing the baptism form(s), our Vicar will contact you to discuss baptism preparation for you, parents and godparents and the options available for the service including readings, possible music and dates and times.