Baptism at Eltham Park

At Eltham Park Methodist Church we welcome all those who wish to have a Christian Baptism either for themselves or their children.

The birth of a Child is a wonderful gift.  Many parents ask to have their child baptised - sometimes known as a “Christening” - as a way of celebrating their joy and dedicating their Child’s life to God.

According to the Methodist Worship Book, baptism (or Christening) marks entry into the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church, of which the Methodist Church is part. The Methodist Church, like most denominations of the Christian Church, administers the sacrament to both adults and young children.

In the Methodist Church baptism as an infant would normally be followed by confirmation and reception into membership at the point where the person wishes to take on the commitment and responsibility of Christian discipleship for themselves and to play a full part in the life of the Church.

How do we go about getting our child baptised?

Parents wishing to have their child baptised should approach our Minister, who will be able to explain what's involved.

In our Church baptisms normally take place during Sunday morning worship when the Minister is present.