Weddings, Baptisms & Funerals

Baptism: The sacrament of Holy Baptism is celebrated on four occasions in the Church year: the Sunday after Epiphany; the Easter Vigil (the Saturday night before Easter); Pentecost; and the Sunday after All Saints Day (November 1). For preparation for the baptism of infants and small children, at least one session with the Rector or another priest on staff is required. For adult baptism, we recommend full participation in the nine-month adult spiritual formation program (beginning in the fall and ending during Lent), with baptism at the Easter Vigil and confirmation in June. Please call or email the church office for further information and to make an appointment to discuss plans for baptism.

Weddings: We are pleased to celebrate the marriage of both parish members and non-members, though we expect in the case of the latter to have an ongoing pastoral relationship. It is not necessary for either person to be an Episcopalian and we welcome both traditional and same-sex couples. We must have at least two months notice prior to the wedding and three or more counseling sessions are required with the officiating priest. Under special circumstances, weddings may be celebrated in locations other than the church. In all weddings performed in the church, the parish music director must be consulted about the music and compensated for his participation. For further information and fee schedule, as well as to make an appointment to discuss wedding plans, please call or email the church office.

Funerals: For the celebration of a funeral, memorial service, or burial, please call the church office to make an appointment with the rector or another priest on the staff. We welcome all, regardless of church affiliation, and the form of service can be flexible. Grief counseling is available upon request. Our music director will be available or will recommend a suitable substitute musician for the occasion.