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St Agnes Birch-in-Rusholme with St John with St Cyprian Longsight
Church of England Diocese of Manchester
Holy Baptism
Your child's baptism

We want you and your family and friends to feel
welcome in church and so we encourage you to
come to church first to explore the building, to
meet the clergy and to find out more about
Baptism. Our welcome programme is outlined
here:


1.        The Enquiry
When you phone or contact us, we will arrange a
suitable time to visit you at home in order to make
the arrangements for the service.

2.        The Visit
As well as taking practical details, when we visit
you at home, the clergy will begin to explain the
nature and purpose of Christian Baptism and the
Church’s teaching.

3.        Introduction to Church
At a convenient time before the Baptism Sunday
you will be invited to meet again in this time in
church. This will help you to become more familiar
with the building and the service and with other
families being Baptised on the same day.

4.        The Welcome
You are encouraged to come to church again on
a Sunday before the Baptism service when you
will be welcomed and prayed for.  The church
congregation will be asked to pray for you and will
look forward to being with you at the Baptism
service to support you on the day.

5.        The Baptism
The Baptism will be arranged for one of the set
Sundays for celebrating Baptisms at St Agnes.
You and your family and Godparents will be given
a reserved pew at the front of the church.

6.        The Party
After Baptism you will be specifically invited to a
children’s party and service. Sometimes you might
feel conscious that your baby or child is noisy or
restless during worship and so we are planning
children friendly services of 10 minutes or so -
centred around the children, playing and partying.
You will be given more details after your Baptism
but you can find out about the latest party here.
The Service of
Holy Baptism

You can download our introductory leaflet which
explains what the Church teaches about Baptism and
about what will happen at your service. The clergy
will go through this with you as you prepare.


Godparents
We have prepared a special page with information
for Godparents and Sponsors. The information is
also available on that page as a leaflet to download.


Adult Baptism
Adult baptism is usually combined with the Sacrament
of Confirmation and the preparation process will be
significantly different. Adult baptism is the result of a
journey - a journey which begins with our search for
God and does not end with baptism but continues
throughout our life. If you are seeking adult baptism
please contact the parish priest.
  • For details of our party for those recently baptised see here.

  • This page explains about Baptism at St Agnes Longsight. Baptism is
    also known commonly as Christening and the information here will
    help you and your family and friends to prepare for your Baptism.

  • This information is directed mainly at people brining their baby or
    child for Baptism. If you are an adult seeking Christian Baptism the
    process is slightly different - see below for more details.