Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible for me to get married at Edgbaston Old Church?
Please contact the Priest-in-Charge, who will be able to advise you. As is the case in all Anglican churches, there are some legal constraints upon us, but we are pleased to help where we can.

Can my child be baptised at Edgbaston Old Church?
We always enjoy welcoming children into the Christian family, but please contact the Priest-in-Charge for advice, particularly if you are not resident within our parish.

What style of worship will I find at Edgbaston Old Church?
We aim to offer the very best kind of ‘standard’ Anglican (Church of England) worship here. Our services are clearly structured, and we use worship booklets that are designed to be very easy to follow for those who are new to our church. We enjoy using a balance of both traditional and more modern hymns.  Our main Sunday service (10.30 am) is always a modern language rite.  However, we also greatly value the Book of Common Prayer, which is used at some of our other services, and which continues to play an important part in our worshipping life.

Your main Sunday service is Parish Communion, but I am not a confirmed Anglican. Can I still come? What should I do?
We shall be delighted to welcome you to our Parish Communion service, even if you have never set foot inside a church before!  Anyone who is a member of another Christian denomination and is accustomed to receiving communion, is welcome to receive communion here. Most people who are not yet confirmed like to come to the altar rail to receive a blessing, but if you prefer to remain in your seat during this part of the service, that is fine.

I am researching my family history and have ancestors who were baptised/married/buried at Edgbaston Old Church. Where can I find further information?
The only registers that we keep on site are those in current use, so you may need to contact the Archive Department of Birmingham City Library (tel: 0121 303 4217) where past registers are lodged.  However, we do possess typed transcripts of some of these earlier registers, so we may be able to help.  Please contact the Priest-in-Charge for advice.