Special Services
Baptisms
It’s not just for babies! One of the Episcopal Church’s two main sacraments (the other is Holy Eucharist), baptism marks our initiation into the life of Christian faith at any age. The service is customarily held at our primary Sunday morning service in the presence of the whole congregation. Preparation class is required for parents and godparents.
If you are already a member and interested in a baptism (for any age!), please email office@ccrye.org.
For those who are not members, we ask that you first become an active member of our community. We believe that God already loves you and/or your child. Baptism doesn’t cause us to love. That’s a given. It does indicate that we are saying YES to that love. Along with our yes is our intention to live our lives in Christian community and service. Another way to put it, is: We promise to live God’s love in the world in the company of our Christian community. We are all beginners at this and are meant to encourage each other as we grow in faith and love.
It’s a big commitment and affects every aspect of our life. It’s also a way of life that promises joy and meaning even in the difficulties and challenges of life. Because of the solemn nature of this commitment we ask that, if you are not already, you become an active member of this community. If you live elsewhere we ask that you be part of a Christian community there. We will prepare you for this baptismal moment and support you along the way.
Confirmation
Each year, Christ’s Church offers a Confirmation class for eighth-graders. The Sacrament of Confirmation takes place each spring at Christ’s Church with one of our bishops celebrating. who commit to asking questions about God, exploring the Christian faith and the Episcopal tradition of worship in a communal setting. Classes meet twice monthly on Sunday evenings at 5:00pm for structured prayer, study and fun. Additional activities include Sunday services, an annual overnight retreat, groups hikes, service projects, shared meals and games.
For more information, please email office@ccrye.org.
Wedding
The sacrament of Holy Matrimony binds two people in a lifelong union through vows made before God and the Church. We would love to be part of your wedding but also much more.
For those who are already members and are interested in getting married at Christ's Church, please email office@ccrye.org.
For those who are not members, we ask that you attend several worship services on Sundays. Once you’ve become familiar with us, please introduce yourself to one of the clergy. We’ll be happy to set up an appointment to discuss membership and what it means to be married in a religious ceremony in the Episcopal Church.
Funerals
Christians believe that those who die enter a larger life through Christ and are gathered into the care and keeping of God. Our rites of burial offer friends and family the ability to come together in prayer to celebrate the life of a loved one, acknowledging faith and hope in the midst of grief and loss. For more information about burial options at Christ’s Church, email office@ccrye.org.
