Getting Married

When Anglicans are married they come to church to be blessed by God and to make a public commitment to each other in the sight of the whole community.

This is Holy Matrimony. The couple are blessed by God and may be certain that the people of God will support them throughout their life together.

If you are thinking of getting married here at St Mary's Church, the first thing you will need to do is contact Revd Brian Gant. He will arrange a meeting with the both of you, during which he will explain the process involved and the commitment you will need as a couple.

This informal 'chat' gives you plenty of opportunity to raise questions or discuss any concerns that you may have together about holy matromony.

Baptism

In Holy Baptism we take water as the outward sign of God's gift to us of the Holy Spirit.

In Holy Baptism we become members of the community of believers, which the New Testament calls the Body of Christ.

The person to be baptised (or their Godparents for them) makes a commitment to Jesus, to live for Him and to live in His way.

Today, for the majority of people: Baptism occurs as a baby (although plenty of adults are Baptised each year). If you are thinking of Baptising your child into the Anglican Church here at St. Mary's - in the first instance please contact our Rector Revd Brian Gant.

Music

To discuss music for weddings and funerals at St Mary's Church, Haxby John Bostock, the Organist/Director of Music would be happy to talk with you after the 10:15am Sunday service, or at home.