Disagreements over CofE's alternative baptism service

There are mixed feelings in the Church of England over a proposed alternative baptism service.

There are mixed feelings in the Church of England over a proposed alternative baptism service.

Alternative wording is being trialled across 400 parishes until Easter. Rather than replacing the existing liturgy, the new version, if approved, would be offered as one of a number of options parents would be able to choose at their child's baptism.

The proposal has been brought forward in response to requests for materials to supplement the baptism service "in culturally appropriate and accessible language".

General Synod would have to approve the alternative wording before it could come into effect. Keep reading