Life’s Big Events: Baptism/Wedding/Funerals
Baptism
Dear Parents — Congratulations!
We join with you in thanking God for the gift of your child. This is indeed a busy and wonderful time in the life of your family.
Baptism is a simple ceremony of washing in water, practised by Christians since the time of Jesus. It is a sign of turning to God, and of faith in Jesus Christ. It is also a sign that Jesus gave us to show his love for us. This is mostly celebrated during our Sunday 9.30am service which is intergenerational.
Baptism is the church’s way of celebrating and naming the grace of God living in every one of God’s children. It is the way we welcome new members into the life of the universal community of faith. When a person comes seeking Baptism, he or she is asking to belong.
“Christening”, from the ancient word “christen”, mean “to make Christian”. God, like you, wants the best for your child.
The Church welcomes you and your child into its midst with love and prayers for the future peace and happiness of your family in the years ahead.
Things you need to know
Before organising a Baptism, you will need to think about who you want to have as sponsors or Godparents. Godparents of children have a very great responsibility as they promise to encourage your child in the life and faith of the Church helping you in building your child’s strong foundations of faith for life.
We pray that God will bless you and your family as you continue to grow and experience your faith journey with us.
To make an enquiry
If you have any questions or to organise a Baptism, please contact the Parish Office through our contact form or phone (07) 5443 2133.
Confirmation
Confirmation is the journey forward that begins at Baptism and leads the newly baptised person to the table of the Lord.
Weekly participation in the community at the Sunday Holy Communion is a valuable sign that a person is open to celebrating and being open to the wonder and grace of God.
God, you prepared your disciples for the coming of the Spirit through the teaching of your Son Jesus Christ: Make the hearts and minds of your servants who are longing for confirmation ready to receive the blessing of the Holy Spirit, that they may be filled with the strength of presence; through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
To make an enquiry
If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office through our contact form or phone (07) 5443 2133.
Weddings & Renewal of Wedding Vows
Marriage is a vision of life together in which two people live in a unity of body, mind and soul.
It is a relationship in which neither takes life from the other.
In grace and love new life is formed which is deeper and more creative than living alone.
In marriage two people dare to make the commitment to love each other for the rest of their lives. They announce their love as a sign of a new journey into life together.
We also provide the opportunity to share in the Renewal of Marriage Vows and to acknowledge and celebrate that continuing relationship.
Loving relationships are acknowledged not just on one day, at one event, but are a cumulative and ongoing shared expression of care, respect, trust and hope.
Wedding Fees
Minister/Preparation/Celebration $600
Flowers (negotiable in-house or out-source)
Organist/Pianist $100
Verger/Site Assistant $100
Church $50 per hour
Church/Hall $100 per hour
To make an enquiry
If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office through our contact form or phone (07) 5443 2133.
Funerals
God’s love and power extend over all creation. Every life, including our own, is precious to God. Christians have always believed that there is hope in death as in life, and that there is new life in Christ over death.
Funerals help us to use this occasion to express our faith and our feelings as we say farewell, to acknowledge our loss and our sorrow, and to be part of continuing support for family and friends.
Funerals and Memorial Services Fees
Minister $400
Design and Print Service Booklet $175
Flowers (negotiable in-house or out-source)
Organist/Pianist $100
Verger/Site Assistant $100
Church $50 per hour
Church/Hall $100 per hour
Catering
Morning or afternoon tea $8 per head; Light lunch $12 per head
To make an enquiry
If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office through our contact form or phone (07) 5443 2133.