This Sunday in our Parrish Eucharist we had a Baptism. The parents of Michael Alfred chose to have his baptism as part of our service which was a great joy. His parents, God Parents, family and friends joined our regular congregation for the service. Father Stephen was helped by some of the older boys, who poured the water into the Font, and after signing with the specially blessed oil of Chrism, Michael was baptised and his Father was presented with a lighted candle to symbolise the light of Christ in which he will now live and grow.
We then went on to celebrate the Eucharist. After communion the Choir sang Ave Verum in the setting by Charles Gounod.

The Baptismal Party

Spring is on its way!