"How do I get my child baptized?"
Baptism is the Sacrament by which we are made children of God, members of Christ’s body the Church and heirs of the Kingdom of God.
Adults or older children will meet with the Pastor to make sure they understand the significance of Baptism and are in agreement the Statement of Beliefs of our Communion. In infant/ and younger child baptisms the sponsors and/or parents of the child will meet with the Pastor to make sure they understand the significance of the Sacrament and the beliefs of this Church in the name of the child.
Baptism is the Sacrament by which we are made children of God, members of Christ’s body the Church and heirs of the Kingdom of God.
Adults or older children will meet with the Pastor to make sure they understand the significance of Baptism and are in agreement the Statement of Beliefs of our Communion. In infant/ and younger child baptisms the sponsors and/or parents of the child will meet with the Pastor to make sure they understand the significance of the Sacrament and the beliefs of this Church in the name of the child.
"How do I get married?"
The Sacrament of Marriage is intended by God to be a creative relationship, God’s blessing enables spouses to love and support each other when their love is simple and when it is difficult. For Christians, marriage is also an invitation to share life together with Jesus Christ. It is based upon a solemn, public and life-long covenant between two people, made and celebrated in the presence of God before an ordained minister and the Christian community.
The Sacrament of Marriage is available for all couples who seek recognition and blessing of their union. Persons seeking to be married must, of course, meet the legal requirements of their locality. If local law does not specify an age for marriage, we require both persons to be at least 18 years old.
Our clergy may witness and bless the Sacrament of Marriage between partners of the same gender. The Sacrament of Marriage to be recognized by this Church and is of equal standing sacramentally as those of opposite genders.
All couples must conform to the preparation requirements and pastoral direction of the local parish community.
The Sacrament of Marriage is intended by God to be a creative relationship, God’s blessing enables spouses to love and support each other when their love is simple and when it is difficult. For Christians, marriage is also an invitation to share life together with Jesus Christ. It is based upon a solemn, public and life-long covenant between two people, made and celebrated in the presence of God before an ordained minister and the Christian community.
The Sacrament of Marriage is available for all couples who seek recognition and blessing of their union. Persons seeking to be married must, of course, meet the legal requirements of their locality. If local law does not specify an age for marriage, we require both persons to be at least 18 years old.
Our clergy may witness and bless the Sacrament of Marriage between partners of the same gender. The Sacrament of Marriage to be recognized by this Church and is of equal standing sacramentally as those of opposite genders.
All couples must conform to the preparation requirements and pastoral direction of the local parish community.
"How do I arrange a funeral?"
In the Liturgy for a Christian Funeral we pray, "life has changed, not ended." We support this with our clear theology and attitude toward life after death. This is shown by the respect the Church has for the human person, body and soul. A Christian Funeral seeks to offer the Mass for the benefit of the soul of the deceased. In addition, the Christian Funeral provides condolence and comfort for the deceased's family and friends and encourages them to pray, along with the Church, for the soul of the departed.
Our clergy are available for you to discuss funeral plans for your loved one, to acknowledge and celebrate the gift of life and the hope of eternal life.
For more information concerning a Baptism, Marriage or a Funeral, please contact us at [email protected].
In the Liturgy for a Christian Funeral we pray, "life has changed, not ended." We support this with our clear theology and attitude toward life after death. This is shown by the respect the Church has for the human person, body and soul. A Christian Funeral seeks to offer the Mass for the benefit of the soul of the deceased. In addition, the Christian Funeral provides condolence and comfort for the deceased's family and friends and encourages them to pray, along with the Church, for the soul of the departed.
Our clergy are available for you to discuss funeral plans for your loved one, to acknowledge and celebrate the gift of life and the hope of eternal life.
For more information concerning a Baptism, Marriage or a Funeral, please contact us at [email protected].