{"id":75,"date":"2019-08-07T17:43:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T16:43:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ilchester-district-churches.com\/?page_id=75"},"modified":"2024-01-13T14:47:19","modified_gmt":"2024-01-13T14:47:19","slug":"baptism","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ilchester-district-churches.com\/index.php\/baptism\/","title":{"rendered":"Baptism"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Life is a\nJourney<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Life is often described as a journey full of\ntwists and turns, different pathways and routes, and the many people we meet\nand travel through life with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Christian faith involves a journey of discovery into the\ngreater depths of God\u2019s love and desire for us to have every moment of our\nlives touched and transformed through Father, Son and Holy Spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Baptism is a first step on this journey, for the candidate as well as those around them, their parents and godparents, their family and the wider church family.\u00a0 By the way, there is no difference between Baptism and Christening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parents and Godparents have a unique place and responsibility in the life of a child. Children inherit looks and abilities from their parents but they also watch, learn and mimic the behaviour of significant people around them like their Godparents. This is why both parents and Godparents are expected to make some serious promises about their approach to life and the Christian faith in the public ceremony of baptism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How do we go about arranging a baptism?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We would love to baptize your child. The first step is to make contact with the Rector, Bruce either by e-mail at Ilchestervicar@aol.com<\/a> or by phone 01935 849441. The Rector will take some basic details from you and put the Baptism Preparation team in contact with you.\u00a0Preparation for baptism is a requirement of all families and the team will come to see you and seek to answer any questions you have (read below for some answers). Nearer the date of the service the Rector will come and see you and talk through the actual workings of the service with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What exactly is a christening\/baptism?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During a christening your child will be\nbaptized with water. It\u2019s the start of an amazing journey of faith for your\nchild and a special day for all your friends and family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What happens\nduring the service?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will make sure you know where to sit and\nwhen you need to move. Some parts of the service will be for everyone present\nto join in together, some will be for you and the godparents alone. Important\npromises will be made by Parents and Godparents to God and on behalf of a\nchild.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A number of important symbols will be used\nduring the service itself:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sign of the\ncross<\/em> – the priest will make the sign of the cross on your\nchild’s forehead. When Christians first began baptising many people were slaves\nand bore the mark of their owner. The signing of the cross became a symbol that\nthey, and all humanity belong to God their creator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Water <\/em>– the priest will pour water\non your child’s head. Water is a sign of washing and cleansing. In baptism it\nis a sign of being washed free from sin and beginning a new life with God.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candles<\/em> – Jesus is called the light of the world. A large candle may be lit in\nthe church and you will be given a lighted candle at the end of the service as\na reminder of the light which has come into your child’s life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAQs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much does a christening\nservice cost? <\/em>There is no charge for a christening service<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there a minimum age for\ngodparents? <\/em>There is actually no minimum age specified for\ngodparents, but if you\u2019re thinking of having a young godparent under the age of\n18, talk to the vicar first. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do godparents have to be\nbaptized? <\/em>Yes, this is a basic requirement for a godparent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How many godparents can I have? <\/em>You should have a minimum of three godparents and you can have as many\nadditional godparents as you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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