Baptisms
At St Andrew's we welcome the opportunity to receive and welcome people into the family of the church — the Body of Christ.
Baptisms (also known as Christenings — "being made like Christ") are usually held on the following Sundays:
2nd Sunday of Month at the 10 am Holy Eucharist — The service usually takes 1.25 hours and includes Holy Communion (bread & wine). Up to two people may be baptised at this service.
4th Sunday of Month at 12 noon — This is a baptism service lasting only approximately half an hour. Up to 4 people may be baptised at this service.
It is not uncommon for adults as well as children to be baptised during these services.
A Baptism preparation session is held at the beginning of each month through out the year. Families are welcome to attend any session prior to the baptism. Dates for these sessions are available on the information brochure handed out by the Parish Office upon receiving an application for baptism.
The clergy of the parish conduct baptisms. However other ordained Christian clergy may participate with St Andrew's clergy in such a service after approval has been sought from the Vicar of St Andrew's (and the Bishop if required).
Bookings for baptism require a minimum of two month's notice and may be
made through
St Andrew's Parish Office:
Telephone: 03 9592 1240