Sacraments
The Episcopal Church recognizes two sacraments and five sacramental rites.
Additionally, though not a sacramental rite, the Burial of the Dead is an important Christian rite.
Discover how to plan a baptism, confirmation, wedding, or funeral below.
Holy Baptism at All Saints'
Baptism is the main pathway to membership at All Saints'. In it, we are named and claimed as children of God, who promises to be with us always. We believe this promise is irrevocable. Therefore, you can only be baptized once in the Episcopal Church, and we accept baptisms from most Christian communities — regardless of age, denomination, or the amount of water involved!
In a child's baptism, we celebrate God's unconditional love, present from the beginning. Parents and godparents commit to raising the child in the way of Christ, and the whole community pledges its support. For adults and youth, baptism is your opportunity to publicly commit to following Christ and participating in the church. The first step is to schedule a conversation by contacting Will Evans at wevans@allsaintsoncentral.org or by filling out this form.
Next available baptism dates in 2026:
SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 The Baptism of Jesus
SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Easter Vigil
SUNDAY, APRIL 12 Second Sunday of Easter
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 The Transfiguration
Confirmation at All Saints'
Confirmation is an ancient rite of passage in which the bishop of a diocese lays hands upon those who have been baptized at an earlier date to pray that God will strengthen their faith and empower them for service.
CONFIRMATION 2026
Dates: September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22
From 6:00-7:30pm
Adults - from Grade 10 and up: In the Urbano Library
Youth- Grades 5-9 in the Youth Haven /
or St. Barbara rooms
October 22: Confirmation Dinner
CONFIRMATION DAY is Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 10am at our All Saints' Day celebration with Bishop Jennifer Reddall presiding and confirming / receiving our members who have gone through this 2026 class series. Want to sign up or learn more, contact Will Evans at
wevans@allsaintsoncentral.org.
Weddings at All Saints'
Your wedding is not just a single day, it is the beginning of a shared life rooted in love, commitment, and hope. We are honored that you are considering All Saints’ as the place where your marriage will be celebrated and blessed.
Whether you are deeply rooted in faith, exploring spiritual questions, or seeking a meaningful place to begin married life, you are welcome here. We hope you will continue to join us for worship, fellowship and community in the years to come.
Click here to view or print our Wedding Guide
to answer many of your questions.
To learn more, please reach out to the Church Office at office@allsaintsoncentral.org.
Funerals at All Saints'
The Christian faith comforts us with the belief that not even death can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. Upon the death of a loved one please be in touch with one of the current All Saints’ clergy as soon as possible. The clergy are here to provide pastoral support and guidance in scheduling and planning the service of Christian Burial.
Over the years, many Episcopalians have preferred to have their loved ones buried near their church. The Close is in no way a conventional cemetery. It provides for the disposition of cremated remains in an attractively landscaped and fenced yard, which serves both as a protected resting place and as a quiet garden of meditation. Ashes are buried directly in the earth carrying forth the symbolism of the words of the Burial Office which says, “ashes to ashes, earth to earth, and dust to dust.” While specific burial places are not marked, bronze plaques may be placed in the designated area of the Close to serve as memorials.
If All Saints' has been a thread in the fabric of your life, you may choose to have it as your final resting place. Cost, by comparison with other places now available for burial, is very competitive. The charge for the burial of ashes is $1,500, which provides for the burial of the ashes, a standard bronze memorial plaque, and perpetual care of the garden.
This is one of the most loving things that you can do now for those whom you love--to consult with one of the parish clergy concerning your wishes and desires at the time of your death. In so doing, you will relieve your loved ones of many difficult and painful decisions. Further information may be obtained by consulting the Church Office at 602-279-5539 or email Nanette Towsley at ntowsley@allsaintsoncentral.org.
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