LIFE EVENTS
Pastoral Ministry
Baptisms, weddings, funerals and more
Anyone who lives in the parish of St Paul's is able to come to us for baptisms, weddings and funerals. You can find out which is your local parish church here. https://www.achurchnearyou.com/
It is also possible to help those who don't live in the parish, so don't hesitate to get in touch. We would love to support you in the special and significant times in your life. There are different times in life when we feel particularly drawn to God and to the church, sometimes in joy and sometimes in sorrow. There is always a lot to talk and think about around these events and we are here to help in this process.
Please contact the Vicar on vicar@stpaulscambridge.org.uk in the first instance.
Weddings
Congratulations, you are engaged!!! Now you can start planning the big day. To find out all about Church of England weddings and to have your initial questions answered go to:
https://www.churchofengland.org/life-events/your-church-wedding
If you'd like to get married at St Paul's Church and you believe you have a qualifying connection, please contact the Vicar. Every couple that is married in the church is offered marriage preparation classes.
St Paul's is also the perfect place for your wedding venue. Contact Sarah if you'd like to discuss our wedding venue package. bookings@stpaulscambridge.org.uk
Banns of marriage application, contact the Vicar on: vicar@stpaulscambridge.org.uk
Prayers of Love and Faith: Celebrating Same-Sex Couples
The Prayers of Love and Faith are offered as resources in praying with and for a same-sex couple who love one another and who wish to give thanks for and mark that love in faith before God. To celebrate in God’s presence the commitment two people have made to each other is an occasion for rejoicing. The texts are offered to express thanksgiving and hope, with prayer that those who are dedicating their life together to God may grow in faith, love and service as God’s blessing rests upon them. At the current time, these cannot be used in a stand alone service, but only as part of an existing service.
Please contact our Vicar, Rev'd Imogen Nay, if you would like to discuss using these prayers. She would be very happy to hear from you.
Baptisms or Christenings
Christenings are a very special moment in the life of your baby or child. At St Paul's we will welcome you and your family as you recognise and give thanks for your child and God's blessing upon them.
Older children and adults can also be baptised and that normally follows a period of learning and preparation. Do get in touch or come to one of our services if you feel God calling you in this way.
Funerals or Memorial Services
There are moments in our life when we seek the support and comfort of our local parish church to help us say goodbye to loved ones and to mark and celebrate the lives of our family members and friends. Do get in touch with the Vicar if you have recently lost a loved one and are considering a church service. She will be very happy to talk you through a Church of England funeral or memorial service, either in church or at the crematorium. She can also come to the Natural Burial Ground, do ask.
Ministry at the time of death
A priest is available to visit your loved one at the time of death for anointing and prayer. Contact the Vicar.
Certificates and Registers
For information about baptism, confirmation and marriage certificates www.elydiocesanregistry.co.uk
