Weddings
We are delighted that you're thinking of getting married in our Parish!
Initial enquiries can be made to our Church Administrator; 01732 770962 x24 or parishoffice@tonbridgeparishchurch.org.uk
The types of Marriage Ceremony that we hold:
A Service of Marriage.
An authorised service for the marrying of couples, who have never been married before, and who have not been through any type of legal marriage service.
A Service of Prayer & Dedication
A simple service designed for couples who have had a Civil Marriage Ceremony in the UK or abroad, and want to have a church service afterwards.
A Service of Thanksgiving of a Marriage
This is a service for those who wish to renew their marriage vows.
Baptism and Thanksgiving
We are glad that you are thinking about Baptism - for yourself or your child.
At the birth or adoption of a child, many parents feel that they would like to say 'thank you' to God for a new life and a new addition to the family. The Service of Thanksgiving for the birth of a child offers an opportunity to do just that. It can be carried out in any of our four church buildings. A Thanksgiving Service forms part of the main Sunday Service where you and your child will be prayed for, and there is no need to make any public promises to God, which you may not yet feel ready to make. To have a child Baptised is to say that you and your family are committed to following Jesus, and to bringing your child up to follow Him.
Whether you decide on Baptism, or Thanksgiving, we look forward to welcoming you into the church family. We will help you prepare, and after the event there is support, guidance and the scope to learn more about the faith. If you are new to church, join us for a term at any or all of the four churches and get to know us, and speak to one of the Ministers.
Also, contact the Church Office so that we can put you in touch with the right people.
Adult Baptism
We love to celebrate an adult's baptism. Here, a course such as Christianity Explored is a useful preparation, and a minister will also look at the commitment you would make and discuss this - and any other questions, Contact a minister or the Church Office to talk this through.
Funerals
We're sorry if you've had a bereavement and will do all we can to support and help. If you would simply like to talk to someone at this stage, please contact the Church office to arrange this.
If you are considering a funeral, your first point of contact should be through a Funeral Director, who will help you with all the necessary paperwork, be able to give you advice on the type of Funerals available to you, and book the Minister on your behalf.
If you decide to have a church service, your funeral director will pass your details to the Church Office, and a member of our ministry team will arrange to meet with you.
Christian funerals can be an occasion of both sadness and sometimes great joy.
Some frequently asked questions:
Can a funeral service be held in any of your four buildings?
Yes, all four buildings in our Parish are Licensed to hold funeral services.
Can we hold a burial in your church yard?
No, our church yard is not open for the burial of coffins, but we can conduct interment of ashes.
Can we scatter ashes in your church yard?
No, I am afraid that this is no longer permitted.