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BAPTISM
Those
seeking Baptism, or parents who would like their children to be baptised, may
discuss the matter with one of the Abbey clergy, who can be found in the Vestry
every Thursday from 5.45 p.m. to 6.15 p.m., and on every Friday from 3.00 p.m.
to 3.30 p.m. Parents and godparents are also encouraged to attend a short
MARRIAGES
If
the bride or groom (or both) lives in the parish, the wedding may be held in the
Abbey. One of the clergy will be present in the Vestry on Saturdays from 5.45
p.m. to 6.15 p.m. to deal with enquiries and to make the relevant bookings.
FUNERALS
Everyone
who has lived in the parish is entitled to a funeral in one of the churches even
though not a worshipper there. In addition, the clergy are always willing to
conduct a service at the cemetery or crematorium. Relatives or executors should
contact the Vicar to arrange a funeral, or ask the funeral directors to do so.
Prayers for those who have recently died are included in the Eucharist every day.
CONFIRMATION
Confirmation
services are held annually in the Abbey. Confirmation classes are held for young
people and for adult candidates. Those who wish to be prepared for Confirmation
and communion should contact the Vicar or one of the other clergy.
PRAYERS
FOR PEOPLE IN NEED
People
who are ill or in other distress are remembered at the Eucharist every day. If
you would like someone to be included in these intercessions, please tell the
Vicar or one of the other clergy.
Home
visits to the sick and the housebound can be arranged. It is also possible to
arrange the Ministry of the Laying-on of Hands and Anointing, as required.