Baptisms

Christenings, baby naming ceremonies SheffieldMany Unitarians prefer to use the terms ‘Naming Ceremony’ or ‘Welcoming’ rather than Baptism or Christening. Although the title can vary, the event is just as meaningful. Namings of babies (or - normally young - children) may take place during a service, or on a separate occasion, by arrangement with the Minister. The format of the ceremony can be altered according to the wishes of the family, ensuring that the event reflects everything that is important to you.

Naming ceremonies, however titled, celebrate new life, the commitment of parents to their child and the love created. The ceremony also welcomes the child into the religious fellowship, the ‘universal church’, and the wider community of humanity and of life on earth. Naming Ceremonies do not have to take a Christian form.

Upcoming Events

  • Sunday services are in Chapel and sometimes one, normally the morning service, is Zoomed: Most Sundays we have services at 11am and 6.30pm but not all. Please check the Worship Calendar or contact the Minister if unsure. More events
  • Wednesday Lunchtime openings are in Chapel: 1130-1300 approx. with reflection at 1215 More events
  • Wednesday afternoon activities : From 1345, depending on which Wednesday of the month, we have Discussion, Life Spirit, Listen Together and Singalong More events
  • Tuesday Meditation (most weeks): 1300-1330 (arrivals before 1300) More events
  • Upper Chapel Striders: Walks on an ad hoc basis. More events
  • Women's League (*normally* first Monday): Mon 2nd December 1100 for 1130 Christmas Crafts with Rita Fletcher More events
  • Dickens Fellowship - Reading of A Christmas Carol: Thurs 5th December 6.30pm for 7pm start More events
  • Upper Chapel Strollers (normally first Saturday): Meal at Whitley Hall Hotel on 7th Dec - booking deadline passed More events
  • The Gathering (*normally* second Sunday): Sun 8th December 1330 More events
  • Music Together (*normally* third Wednesday): Weds 18th December 7.15pm for 7.30pm Phil Croft & Tom Pilkington live More events
  • Brass & Carols with Stannington Brass Band: Carol Service at 6pm on Sunday 15th December More events