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Prayer over the Water from Common Worship: Christian Initiation - Additional Baptism Texts in Accessible Language by The Church of England.
Common Worship Ordination Services from Common Worship: Ordination Services by The Church of England.
A Service of the Word: Authorized Text and Notes from New Patterns for Worship by The Church of England.
Music in Worship from New Patterns for Worship by The Church of England.
As well as a christening, there is a special, simple service of thanksgiving, which is a lovely time when you can be with friends and family, ask for God’s blessing and pray for your baby.
Planning Worship from New Patterns for Worship by The Church of England.
COMMENT / The Rt Revd Libby Lane, Bishop of Stockport on Towards a Safer Church: resources for prayer and reflection in worship
Friends and family, godparents and guests might want to buy something special for the christening. There are keepsake presents, religious gifts or gifts that make a difference. All of these can reflect the values that matter to you – values like kindness,
Commentary by the Liturgical Commission
A Special Example from New Patterns for Worship by The Church of England.