Your Child’s Christening: An Introduction to Christian Baptism

The symbols of water, the signing with the sign of the cross and light are keys to understanding Baptism in terms of birth into the family of God – the Church; choice between good and evil; decision to follow Christ; journey from darkness into light. Images from daily life lead the viewer into an awareness of their deeper significance within the service of Baptism and within the Christian life in the Church following Baptism. 15 minutes

Beginning the Journey: Christian Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Communion

Part I shows Baptism of babies, young people and adults, by immersion or pouring of water. The symbolism of water and the rites of anointing, clothing with a white garment and giving of a lighted candle are explored in interviews with clergy, candidates and church members. 17 minutes

Part II shows Confirmation celebrated by the Bishop of London. He explains why the bishop is present, why chrism is used and how participation in the Eucharist sets the patterns for the Christ-like life. 22 minutes

The Faith of the Church: On the Nicene Creed

The Creed is given liturgical expression in the worship of the Church, where the faith is proclaimed at Baptism and in the Eucharist. Individual Christians speak of what the sometimes cryptic expressions of the Creed mean to them in their daily life. 25 minutes