All requests for baptisms and marriages should be made to the vicar, the Rev. Canon John Pinder, Tel 01223 840256. Until then the churchwardens will be pleased to handle any enquiries.

BAPTISMS

These customarily take place during the main Sunday service at 9.45am so that the newly baptised person, whether adult or child, can be appropriately welcomed into the family of the church. In very exceptional circumstances a private baptism can be arranged.

There is no charge for a baptism but donations to the church are greatly appreciated.

WEDDINGS

Here are some guidelines for those planning to get married at St. Andrew's.

To qualify to be married in the Parish of Stapleford, the law requires that at least one party be resident in the parish. If neither party resides in the parish, it may be possible to be married at St. Andrew's if one party can demonstrate a "qualifying connection" as defined in the C. of E. Marriage Measure 2008.

Normally a marriage takes place after the reading of "Banns" on 3 successive Sundays at the main church service.

If one of you resides in another parish, you must arrange with the vicar of that parish to have the banns read there as well. He will then give you a certificate which must be given to the priest before the wedding can take place. (This can be done when you pay the fees).

(You do not need a civil licence for a church wedding)

Any wedding enquires should be directed to the Revd Canon John Pinder tel: (01223) 840256

Contrary to popular belief, it will not be difficult to secure a “slot” for a wedding at St. Andrew’s but reception venues get booked up many months or even years ahead.

Fees for Wedding during 2011

Basic wedding without organ or choir £327.50

Organist £75:00

Choir £85:00

Bells £105.00

Separate publication of banns in another church £34.00

Weddings Baptisms Funerals

Basic wedding without organ or choir £327.50