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Baptism
 
Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest joys that brings with it many new responsibilities. We love and care for our children, looking after their physical wellbeing but we also need to care for their spiritual wellbeing by bringing them for Baptism and to church on a regular basis.

 

Baptism is one of the most important and significant occasions on our spiritual journey. It marks the entry into the Christian faith, into a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ our Lord. Your children rely mainly on you for all they need to develop and grow. This is why, in the service of Baptism, Parents and Godparents promise to regularly bring their child to church, and to give their child the encouragement and the help needed to grow in the Christian life.

 

If you are seeking Baptism at St Luke’s Yea it is assumed that you already have a connection with this Parish, are a parishioner here, or intend to become one. Baptisms are normally conducted in the parish church within the parish in which you live. Through baptism we have been brought into the church to be part of the body of Christ.

 

Baptism requires a commitment on the part of adults (in the case of the baptism of infants) that they will answer in the name of their child:

 

  • Will you accept the responsibility placed upon you in bringing your child for baptism?

  • Are you willing to answer on behalf of your child?

  • By your own prayers and example, by your friendship and love, will you encourage your child in the life and faith of the Christian community?

  • Are you prepared to link yourself with your local faith community through its life of worship and service?

 

 

The Way Ahead

 

You may feel that you are not able to answer these questions as yet. If this is the case the Church provides a service of Thanksgiving for a Child, and the Parish Priest will be happy to discuss this wonderful service for your child.

 

Baptism does not make us Anglican or Church of England. We are not baptized into a denomination or a building. We are baptized into Christ; into his death and resurrection, into a living relationship which we seek to live out through our life’s journey. The “where” we do that is the denominational question, to which faith community we link ourselves.

 

We would warmly welcome you to St Luke’s as your community of faith.

 

Godparents:

There are normally three Godparents (two that are the same sex as the child and one of the opposite sex). They need to be baptized members of the Christian Church - not necessarily of the Anglican Church.

The Baptism Service:

The Baptism should normally be conducted during the main 9.15am Sunday Eucharist when the faith community is present, and able to welcome you and support you and your child in this significant moment.

Welcome:

Baptism should be a great occasion for the whole family and St Luke’s looks forward to assisting you in preparation for your event.

The Parish Priest is always happy to discuss baptism with you and if we can assist in any way, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 

(03) 5797 2281 for further information