The Oil of Chrism (for Baptism) and the Oil of Healing (for the Sacrament of Healing) are consecrated by the Bishop, the Bishop and Clergy re-affirm the promises of their Ordination, and Lay Readers re-affirm the commitment made at their Licensing.
• All members of the Clergy (in alb and white stole) and all Lay Readers (in cassock, surplice and scarf) are invited to participate, together with all those involved in ministry, and all members of the Diocese are invited to join them.
• Clergy should bring emptied and cleaned Oil Stocks, to be filled for ministry in the coming year.
• The simple lunch after the service is open to all, but for catering please let us know you will be coming, and if you have special dietary requirements.
