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It
is the intention of the clergy staff and lay people
of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church that baptisms
performed in the church should not only be a joyous
time, but a reverent act of commitment for those who
seek to baptize their children or those who seek baptism
for themselves. Baptism is a sacrament of the Church;
it is our intention, therefore, to insure that the service,
like any service of the Episcopal Church, be carried
out with solemnity, happiness, and respect.
Baptism
Preparation: Please contact the Priest-in-Charge
(contact information is at the end of this page) to
arraign for Baptism preparation which is required before
the scheduled Baptism. This requirement can change
if there is a pastoral emergancy. Baptism are considered
public services and will be scheuled during Sunday services
unless there is a pastoral emergency.
Date of Baptism:
There are four times in the church year when Baptisms
are most opporpriate: The Day of Pentecost, All Saint's
Day or the Sunday after All Saints, the Feast of the
Baptism of our Lord and at the Easter Vigil. Other occasions
can be discussed with the Priest-inCharge.
The
following guidelines have been established:
Baptism
Coordinator (Shelly Sakowski)
A coordinator will be contacting you and providing
assistance once a tentative date has been set. The
coordinator will also be present during the baptism.
Ceremony
Baptism is a sacrament of the Church and must conform
to the provisions of our Book of Common Prayer. The
priest will have final approval of any special request.
Photographs
Flash pictures are to be taken only by the photographer
during the ceremony. Guests may take flash photos
after the ceremony. Photographs may be taken before
or after the service by arrangement with the Baptism
coordinator or priest. Video equipment will be allowed
in the back of the church or in the narthex.
Reception
Only small private receptions will be allowed upon
approval by the priest and coordinator.
Cost:
There is no cost for a Baptism if you are a member
of St. Andrews or have been attending regularly. If
you are not a member of the church, a contribution
to the Priest-in-Charge's Discretionary would be appropriate to
cover Baptismal preparation
Contact: The
Priest-in-charge, at the Church Office, 614-837-6841,
or by email at: church.vicar2@gmail.com
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