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Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals are important milestones in our lives, and these are times when many people feel that they would like to mark the occasion with a Church ceremony of some kind.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We would be delighted to discuss your plans with you and see how we might help. Please do get in touch<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Baptisms<\/h1>\n

The birth or adoption of a child is a moment for celebration and we are delighted to share the special occasion with you.\u00a0 Baptism is a sign of God\u2019s love which comes to us without any \u2018strings attached\u2019, we are just invited to receive this gift of love.<\/p>\n

Baptisms usually take place in the Sunday morning service and we would be pleased to meet with you personally to plan the service.<\/p>\n

Information is also available in a booklet available from the United Reformed Church \u201cWhat we believe about Baptism\u201d- view\u00a0<\/span>here.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Weddings<\/h1>\n

The URC affirms the sacredness of marriage and recognizes it as a lifelong commitment between a man and a woman<\/strong>. The URC holds that marriage is a gift from God, a covenantal relationship, and a reflection of the love between Christ and the Church.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you are interested in holding your special day with us, please do get in touch<\/a>!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Funerals<\/h1>\n

Through funerals and services of thanksgiving, our church offers support to families and friends faced with the loss of a loved one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Please contact us<\/a>, and we can offer you support and help you to plan a funeral that reflects the life of the deceased and their individual circumstances.<\/span><\/p>\n

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