These alternative
Common Worship texts have been created in response to requests for a baptism
service in more accessible language. They aim to meet the spiritual needs of
those who seek baptism for either themselves or their children, but who may
not understand the church’s traditional ‘language’ on the subject.
This booklet contains new texts for the following parts of the Service of
Holy Baptism:
– Presentation of the Candidates
– The Decision
– Signing with the Cross
– Prayer over the Water
– Commission
It also includes the outline of a Service of Holy Baptism using these
Alternative Forms, plus helpful guidance on using the new material alongside
the existing provision in Common Worship: Christian Initiation. |
