Arrange a Wedding or Baptism
Arranging a Wedding at St Luke's.
The prayer book marriage service teaches us that marriage must not be undertaken carelessly, lightly or selfishly, but reverently, responsibly and after serious thought. In Christian marriage, the couple exchange their vows before God who is anxious to see them live them out. For these reasons, at St Luke's we seek to encourage the couple to reflect on the practical issues of married life and share with them the resources God makes available.
Until a new vicar/minister is appointed, please contact one of the wardens (Linda Russell or Bob Prestwood) by ringing the church office 230 3199.
Arranging a Baptism at St Luke's.
Baptism, either as a child or an adult, is all about belonging. Belonging to Jesus and being part of his family, the church. We proclaim our decision to make Jesus the master of our lives, to turn away from our old ways of behaving and living and to take on his ways as his adopted child. This is a serious step and, here at St Luke's, we seek to make sure that the candidates (or, in the case of children, the parents) understand the importance of the step they are taking.
Step 1 Until a new vicar/minister is appointed, please contact one of the wardens (Linda Russell or Bob Prestwood) by ringing the church office 230 3199. They will arrange for one of our retired
clergy to visit your home to outline the preparation process and explain and discuss the meaning of baptism.
Step 2 For a child, we are happy to include an Act of Dedication or a short Thanksgiving for the birth of your child during the course of a morning service and you will be invited to start coming to Sunday Worship.
Step 3 Once you understand the meaning of baptism, you choose whether you are ready to proceed or whether to wait a while. Whatever you choose, you will be welcome to attend hurch services and participate in the life of the church community.
Step 4 If you decide to go ahead, then an application form must be completed and a date for the service determined. For adults, baptism by full immersion can be arranged. On the day of the service you will receive a certificate and, in the case of children, the God-parents will also receive cards.
