Baptism
BAPTISM (YOU MIGHT CALL IT CHRISTENING!)
Baptism services are a joy for all connected with God’s church and that is especially true here in Wilmslow. In baptism, we welcome people (big and small) into our church family but even better than that, the worldwide family of faith. Friends of Jesus have been baptising and being baptised since he first issued the instruction (Matthew 28:19)
Baptism is, at the same time, the simplest of rituals and an event with deep significance. When we go ‘under the water’ we signal our joining Jesus in his death so that when we ‘come up’ we can signal a desire to join him in his new resurrection life. It is big stuff that we’d love to explore with you in person.
If you’re interested in getting baptised or having a child baptised then please fill in the form by clicking the link at the foot of this page and we’ll be in touch.
Baptism FAQs
- Can I be baptised in the parish?
Each parish church has boundaries and, normally, you would ask for baptism at the parish church which serves your area. However, if you have a particular reason for approaching us then please fill out the enquiry form and we will try to help ensuring that you have all the right advice.
- When do baptism services normally happen?
We welcome people for baptism on multiple Sundays during the year and they can either be part of a Sunday service (9.30am or 11.00am) or can be lunchtime events
- Where can I learn more about what baptism is?
We’d like to do that with you and so depending on whether you are asking for yourself or your child, we will tailor some preparation work to help you discern what’s next. If you want to learn some more about baptism then these links might be useful.
Read about - The Meaning of Baptism in the Bible - Bible Project
Wilmslow Parish Baptism application form