our child is being baptised into a believing community.  This is why we celebrate baptism as a community and not just a family.  In our Parish baptism usually takes place on the first Sunday of each month and other children may be baptised at the same ceremony.

Should you wish baptism to be celebrated by a priest, who is a relative or friend please ask them to contact the presbytery well before the scheduled date of  the baptism ceremony.

If you want your child baptised outside the parish you are living in, you will need a letter of permission from one of the priests of the parish you are resident in.  Contact the parish office if you require this.

Prayer is offered not only for those being baptised, but for their parents, godparents and for the whole Christian community.  Baptism takes place in a atmosphere of prayer and the active participation of all present is encouraged. 

Nothing should intrude in the celebration of the sacrament.  For Child Protection reasons the taking of Photographs or videos during the ceremony is not permitted.  You are very welcome to take photos of your child after the ceremony at the Baptismal font or the Marian shrine.  We ask you to respect the sanctuary area (around the Altar) by not taking photographs there.  Mobile phones should, of course, be switched off in the church.

There is no ‘fee’ for the sacrament of Baptism however if you wish to make a offering to the celebrant, it is appreciated.  Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish if you have any queries or concerns.  ( 028 9061 9459