Milestones
Sharing life’s sacred moments
It is our privilege to offer support and celebration for life’s milestones, including baptism and marriage, and comfort in the loss of a loved one.
Baptism
One of the primary sacraments of the Christian faith
As baptism marks our membership into the Body of Christ, it is a sacrament celebrated when the other members are present, usually on Sunday mornings.
Infant Baptism
At Christ Church, infant baptisms are held on the traditional days for baptism in the liturgical calendar (Feast of the Baptism of our Lord, Easter Eve, The Day of Pentecost, All Saints’ Sunday) as well as other Sundays. At each service we limit the number of babies being baptized, with the exception of a dedicated baptism service on Easter Saturday. We do not offer private baptisms.
An instruction class for parents and godparents is held on Saturday at 10 am the day before Sunday baptisms.
If you are expecting or recently welcomed a new baby, we’d love to know about it! Please use this form to update your family information.
Adult Baptism
We also offer baptisms for adults and older children during Sunday worship. Adults and children being baptized will meet with one of the clergy before the baptism for instruction.
Schedule a Baptism
For more information or to schedule a baptism, contact Emily Skinner.
Holy Baptism is the sacrament by which God adopts us as his children and makes us members of Christ’s Body, the Church, and inheritors of the kingdom of God.
– Book of Common Prayer
Marriage
First Steps
Marriage is a solemn and joyous sacramental rite that the Church is privileged to oversee for its members.
To plan a wedding at Christ Church, the first step is to contact the Administrative Assistant for Worship and Liturgy.
Dates are usually set far in advance.
Requirements
- At least one of the parties must be a baptized member of Christ Church.
- The ceremony must be attested by at least two witnesses.
- The marriage must conform to the laws of the State and the canons of this Church.
- Premarital counseling is a required part of the process.
Plan a Wedding
For more information about planning a wedding, contact Emily Skinner.
Funerals
Christ Church extends our deep sympathy to those who mourn after the death of a family member or friend. We seek to make a difficult time a bit easier for those attending memorial services here, and hope these details might be helpful:
Upcoming Services
Live Broadcast
Some services are available for online viewing, at the discretion of the family. Broadcast services may be viewed here.
Our Location
Parking
During large services, our parking lot fills up quickly. We encourage carpooling and suggest arriving early. Those with mobility challenges may be dropped off in the circle in front of the Church. Additional parking is available on surrounding streets. View map »
Seating
Most services are held in our Church sanctuary. Overflow seating with a live broadcast feed is sometimes offered in the Chapel, All Saints’ Hall, and/or the Blue Room for services with very large attendance. We recommend arriving early if you prefer to be seated in the Church.
Plan a Funeral
Learn more about what is available for funeral services at Christ Church.
Give rest, O Christ, to thy servant with thy saints.