Baptisms, Weddings & Funerals
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Christ Church on the Guilford Green provides a beautiful, hospitable and hopeful setting for the rites and ceremonies that mark the important times and passages in our lives.  

Baptisms

Baptisms are celebrated during Sunday services at Christ Church.  The entire community celebrates the initiation of new members into the Christian faith and receives them into “the household of God.”  There are no age restrictions on Baptism.

The five Prayer Book occasions for Baptisms are:
  • Baptism of our Lord:  First Sunday after January 6
  • Easter Vigil:  The Eve of Easter Sunday
  • Pentecost: The Seventh Sunday after Easter
  • All Saints’ Day: Sunday on or after November 1
  • Whenever a Bishop visits
Other Sundays are possible by special arrangement

Weddings

With its location on Guilford’s Town Green, and its architectural charm, Christ Church is a beautiful setting for the Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage.  Weddings of parishioners, and friends of the parish, are celebrated according to The Book of Common Prayer, the teachings of The Episcopal Church, and the expectations of the Bishops of Connecticut. Our Altar Guild will assist with preparations and flowers.  Our Music Director will help with planning and performing music for the service.  Planning the service itself is part of the preparatory conversations about marriage each couple has with the rector.

Capacity:  The Church seats 220 worshippers.
Receptions: The Parish Hall can accommodate receptions.

This beautiful stained-glass window is situated behind the altar facing the congregation at Christ Church.

Funerals

Christ Church is a dignified and sacred setting for funerals.  The Book of Common Prayer offers a hope-filled service for commending our beloved to God’s never-failing care and love.  The Parish feels a solemn responsibility to share Christ Church with any who desire a Prayer Book funeral.

Capacity:  The Church seats 220 worshippers.
Receptions: The parish hall can accommodate receptions.

Assistance with the service:
  • The Rector will meet with family members to provide pastoral support, and to plan and lead the funeral and committal.
  • Altar Guild volunteers will assist with preparations and flowers for the service.
  • Our Music Director will help with planning and performing music for the service.
For more information about baptisms, weddings, and funerals to be held at the Church, please call us at 203-453-2279 or email [email protected].  ​