Is there any way we can accept godparents who are not baptized?

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Is there any way we can accept godparents who are not baptized?

Godparents must have been baptized. They should normally also have been confirmed but the vicar has a discretion to dispense with the requirement for confirmation (but not the requirement for baptism) in a particular case.

Where do I buy all the resources?

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Can we charge extra on top of the parochial fee if our church building is large?

No, it would be unlawful to do so. In rare circumstances, and in consultation with the archdeacon or other diocesan ...

What PCC items are covered by parochial fees?

Any costs and expenses in relation to routine administration connected to a service apply to the PCC part of the ...

What are the current fees for each of the occasional offices?

The fees fluctuate each year according to interest rates and other factors. For the latest fees for each kind of ...

What are ‘parochial fees’ exactly?

Parochial fees are the required (legally payable) fees for weddings, baptisms and funerals. They are set by agreement at the ...

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