Christening or Baptism
A child is a precious gift and we'd love to celebrate with you. In baptism, your child becomes part of the church family, as well as your own. Being a parent isn't always easy and we'd love to help and encourage you - not just for the christening day itself but as your child grows and as we make a journey of faith together.
How do I go about it?
Please contact Rev Sarah Carwardine at [email protected] to discuss this further.
If you live outside Dudley you can find your local church and parish here.
You can get more information about a christening for your child by downloading our information sheet. A step by step guide to what's involved on the day and other information is produced by the Church of England - you can find out more here. Don't forget, we're also ready to baptize adults if you've not been baptized before.
If you live outside Dudley you can find your local church and parish here.
You can get more information about a christening for your child by downloading our information sheet. A step by step guide to what's involved on the day and other information is produced by the Church of England - you can find out more here. Don't forget, we're also ready to baptize adults if you've not been baptized before.
Discover more about baptism or christening
You can learn more what's involved in having your child or yourself baptised through the links we've assembled on this page. You can hear from other parents, children talking about the ceremony and even vicars. We hope you find these audio and video clips helpful for your own reflection and preparation for the day. Once you've had a chance to watch and listen we invite you to look at the promises and declarations that parents and godparents are invited to make on the day.
Watch and Listen
The Baptism Ceremony
Watch what happens at a baptism ceremony filmed locally at Wall Heath.
A Child's view of baptism
You can watch Baby Jamie being baptised and his older brother talking about what happens at a christening.
Parents & Vicars talk about baptism
You can hear Peter and Clare talk about having their child christened (audio only) and Vicars share their views on these YouTube clips...
Watch what happens at a baptism ceremony filmed locally at Wall Heath.
A Child's view of baptism
You can watch Baby Jamie being baptised and his older brother talking about what happens at a christening.
Parents & Vicars talk about baptism
You can hear Peter and Clare talk about having their child christened (audio only) and Vicars share their views on these YouTube clips...
The Promises
When you're ready, take a look at the promises and declarations - parents and godparents are invited to respond where it is printed in bold type.
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Take a look at the monthly story with your child. For younger children: Stickman - for Jesus came to seek the lost For the older child: Thomas and friends - rebuilding |