Published in CEN – February 2021 As I “put pen to paper” for this piece, one of the main stories, this week, in the local press where I live is the resignation of our local council’s Mayor – for breaking covid 19 regulations. It even gained a mention on the national news. It has been reported that he was present at “a wedding reception” attended by more than the legally … [Read more...] about Keeping our Promises and Commitments
Your Baptism
What sort of initiation?
The following extracts from an article in "Babyworld" (reproduced by permission) give a comprehensive and balanced view of the options as well as very practical advice on choice and value of Godparents. The full article can be seen on www.babyworld.co.uk where the article first appeared. Every community in the world has its own way of marking the birth of a baby … [Read more...] about What sort of initiation?
The Assemblies of God
The Assemblies Of God (US) website provides the following statement Infant Baptism, Age of Accountability, Dedication of Children What is the Assemblies of God position concerning the baptism of children, their security in the Kingdom, and the practice of dedicating them to the Lord? According to the Bible, everyone (adult or child) who recognizes his or her need of a … [Read more...] about The Assemblies of God
Baptism Canons in the Church of England
What actually is the law relating to baptism? Set out below are extracts from Canon Law. Church of England canons relating to initiation B 21 Of Holy Baptism It is desirable that every minister having a cure of souls shall normally administer the sacrament of Holy Baptism on Sundays at public worship when the most number of people come together, that … [Read more...] about Baptism Canons in the Church of England
The Church of Scotland
The Thanksgiving and Blessing of a Child At the General Assembly of 2003, the Panel on Worship undertook to provide orders for the thanksgiving for and blessing of a child. The following information reports on the work in progress and provides material which might be used in the meantime. The order [Suggested Hymn: "Thy kingdom come, yea bid it … [Read more...] about The Church of Scotland