Baptisms, Weddings & Other Services
Baptisms
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost…”
Matthew 28:19-20
The sacrament of Baptism is an essential part of our initiation into Christ’s church. New members who profess their faith for the first time are baptized as an outward symbol of the remission of their sins and their commitment to Christian discipleship. The United Methodist Church support one baptism, so that those baptized in other Christian traditions are not re-baptized. because we believe that persons of all ages are recipients of God’s redeeming love, we encourage and support the baptism of infants and children, as well as youth and adults. Upon the baptism of children, the parents and the church family commit themselves to teach children the foundations of the Christian faith by word and example. For children in seventh grade and up, we offer a systematic program of education and spiritual formation called Confirmation. We believe that confirmation is an essential step in completing a child’s commitment to Christian discipleship and full church membership. Please contact Senior Pastor to arrange for your child’s baptism or with any questions.
Weddings
Love each other because love comes from God.
1 John 4:7
Congratulations, and best wishes on your upcoming nuptials! Bellaire UMC is a beautiful and convenient location for couples to come before God, their family and friends in Christian marriage. We look forward to being able to offer both our facilities and our assistance at this special time in your life. Pleas see our Member Policies and Guidelines for a wedding at Bellaire UMC.
Funerals
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me…”
Psalm 23:4
The loss of a loved one is a difficult time that brings with it many questions, decisions that must be made, and arrangements that must be completed- all while grieving personally for the loss of someone important. It is a time that your friends gather around you to comfort, support and care for you as you grieve, and it is also a time that the church is there to minister to you and give you hope through the faith we hold in Christ’s victory over death. Please call the church office at 713-666-2167 so we can comfort you in your time of need.