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BAPTISM, MARRIAGE AND FUNERALS
At Saint Christopher’s we celebrate the journey of life in Christ as the children of God.
Baptism
Baptism is of the Lord Jesus Christ. Jesus commanded his followers to go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. In Baptism, we are joined to Christ, and made members of his body, the Church universal. Parents and godparents who have responded to God’s love stand before the congregation and express their own trust and commitment to the promise of God and bring their children for baptism, promising their intention to bring up their children in the faith and practice of the Church. In due time, these children should make their own response to God and prepare for confirmation. In Baptism, we are all called into a royal priesthood to serve God in the world.
Marriage
Requirements to be married at Saint Christopher’s
There are some requirements for being married at St Christopher’s. These are set by the Parish Priest in accordance with the guidelines of the Anglican Church of Australia and the Commonwealth of Australia:
In addition to these requirements, all couples are encouraged to participate in marriage preparation with a member of the Parish staff, or through other relationship counselling organisations. This may involve completing an inventory/questionnaire, attending group information sessions, or receiving individual counselling. The clergy can help you choose the most appropriate form of marriage preparation for your needs. The clergy may use the Prepare-Enrich materials for marriage preparation. More details are available from the Prepare-Enrich (Australia) website: www.prepare-enrich.com.au
The Blessing of a Civil Marriage
This service is provided for a couple whose wedding was a civil service and who wish to have their marriage blessed in the name of God the holy Trinity. We come together to celebrate in the presence of God their union and ask God’s blessing on them as we share their joy. Marriage is a symbol of God’s unending love for his people, and of the union between Christ and his Church. Christ loved his bride the Church, and gave himself for her.
Thanksgiving for Marriage
The Liturgy Commission of General Synod offers the following forms for use • during a regular congregational service, and/or as part of a service of renewal of marriage promises by a couple / couples.
For information about
LGBTIQ & Christian:
http://www.episcopalchurch.org/page/lgbt-church
https://www.euroforumlgbtchristians.eu/
Funerals
The loss of a loved one is always a difficult time as we grieve and give thanks for that person’s life.
If you are reading this page because of a recent death of a loved one, family member or friend, please accept our condolences. We hope to be able to help care for and assist you at this time.
As in baptism, we are made one in Christ, so too in death, we are joined with Christ in eternal life.
John 10: 28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish…
Several types of funeral services are available at Saint Christopher’s including memorial services for our loved ones. These services can be conducted by the parish priest at the church or another location. Services follow the Anglican Liturgy and are individualised in accordance with the deceased and/or family’s wishes.