Baptisms
The Church of England has suspended baptisms and thanksgivings for the time being.
Only emergency baptisms can take place in a hospital or at home, though subject to strict hygiene precautions and physical distancing as far as this is possible.
Only emergency baptisms can take place in a hospital or at home, though subject to strict hygiene precautions and physical distancing as far as this is possible.
Weddings
Sadly, there can be no weddings in church buildings until further notice.
It is not currently possible under English law for a wedding to take place using video conferencing technology without the couple, priest and witnesses being physically present.
It is not currently possible under English law for a wedding to take place using video conferencing technology without the couple, priest and witnesses being physically present.
Funerals
Sadly, funerals may only happen at the Crematorium or the graveside at the current time. Only immediate family members can attend (if the crematorium allows): That is, spouse or partner, parents and children, keeping their distance in the prescribed way (this is true also for the burial of ashes). No wake or gathering should be held following the funeral, and this should be scheduled for a later date.
We recognise how difficult this will be for many and add to the pain of a loss. A memorial service at a date in the future where more people can be present can be discussed when this becomes possible.
The Church of England has produced a reflection on attending funerals at home when you can't physically be present at this time. It is available by clicking the below link.
We recognise how difficult this will be for many and add to the pain of a loss. A memorial service at a date in the future where more people can be present can be discussed when this becomes possible.
The Church of England has produced a reflection on attending funerals at home when you can't physically be present at this time. It is available by clicking the below link.
