Wedding and Christenings

 

It is a blessing to be a part of milestone celebrations within our parish. We would love to help you to arrange your special occasion and make lasting memories in our beautiful premises.

Weddings

We would be delighted to celebrate your marriage in our church and help you prepare for this new chapter in your lives together.

You can find information about church weddings and blessings after civil marriages, plus answers to many questions on the Church of England website. We’ll also be very happy to answer questions, and to help and support you as you plan your wedding.

You are very welcome to make contact to discuss plans for this year or for the future.
 

Baptisms and Christenings


You and your child are loved by God.
 
We would be delighted to conduct a baptism or christening for adults, children, or babies, and to celebrate with you! We would also be very happy to offer a Thanksgiving for the birth of a child.
 
There is information about christenings on the Church of England website. We’re also very happy to discuss it with you, to answer questions, and help and support you.

 

Get in touch


If you would like to enquire about holding an upcoming celebration with us, please contact us using the form below. We will get back to you as quickly as we can!
 
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Alternatively, you can find additional details on our contact page.

 
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Planning your Visit

New to Church?

Welcome! Whether you've just moved to the area, or have a new interest in our church, we hope that you can find all of the information that you need within our website.
 
Of course, if you have further questions, we welcome you to get in touch.

FAQs and Key Information
   

Where & when does the church meet?

We hold a number of services across the parish:
 
We have a Communion service at St Peter and St Paul Great Missenden at 10am every Sunday. We also hold services at 8am and 6pm each Sunday.
 
Services at Ballinger are generally at 9.30am on the first Sunday of every month, and services at Little Hampden on the second and fourth Sundays at 11:30am with coffee at 11am.
 
Details of all our services can be found on our Services page.
   

What should I expect when I visit the church?

You will be welcomed by the sidespeople who will give you the books you’ll need. They will also be able to answer any questions you may have. There are no set seats, so please sit wherever you feel most comfortable. 
 
The service lasts for one hour and follows the order set out in the booklet.
 
Tea, coffee and biscuits are served after the 10am service, where there is plenty of time to meet people and ask any questions you may have.

   
Are there any activities for my children?

We have two Junior Church groups that meet regularly. Head to our Children & Young People page to find out everything you need to know. 
 
We also have an unsupervised crêche area within the Church and your children are welcome to play during the service.
 
Children may stay with their parents at the start of the service, or sit with their friends as we begin our worship. Junior Church usually leaves our main service after we have started our worship with some singing.
   
 

Is there a dress code?

No! Please just be yourself and come dressed in your 'normal' clothes.
 

Do I have to take communion?

It is completely up to you. God's table is open to all. You are welcome to come up for a blessing, or bring your children up for a blessing. Alternatively you can stay in your seat.

 

No, donating is entirely optional. We have a time of offering during each service when a plate is passed around for cash or contactless card donations. There is always a contactless card reader and cash box near the door to the church, or you can donate online. You’re very welcome in church whether you make a donation or not.   

   
Can I get married, Christen my children or have a funeral at the Church?

For more information on marriage, christenings and funerals at our Church please visit the Weddings & Christenings and Funerals pages of our website.
 

I have more questions, how can I get in touch and ask them.

Please feel free to contact us and we’ll do our best to answer any questions you may have.