Baptism Preparation Course

Baptism Preparation Course

We are always delighted when parents choose this route for their child and we run regular courses to help you prepare and consider what's involved.

We love to welcome new children into the church family and there are a number of ways that we can support them in their faith journey. Baptism symbolises the start of the child's journey with God, surrounded by people who know God and will help that child to grow in their faith. We look forward to getting to know you and for you to see what church is like. 

To help parents consider the best option for their child and what baptism is all about, we ask that they attend our baptism preparation course which includes some of the Alpha course - watching a video and some group discussion. There's no pressure or expectation, we simply aim to get you thinking about faith and what it means to you and our child(ren). 

We have found that parents who attend the Baptism Preparation Course are much better informed about what they want to do and feel confident with the decision they are making on behalf of their child.

The date for our next baptism preparation course for parents has yet to be arranged.

Contact  the Church Office. They can tell you more and give you more information. We will let you know when the dates have been finalised. 

You are also invited to attend Praise & Play on a Monday or Thursday morning in St Michael's Centre from 10.30am. (Term time only).  Why not come along with your little one and meet our team and other parents? Email the Church Office for more information.

Please also see our page about Baptisms & Thanksgivings for more information.

The Church of England's Christenings website is a good resource and provides lots of useful advice. 

"The Baptism course was really useful. We also enjoyed coming to the Sunday services and received such a warm welcome from the people at St Michael's."
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