Baby Dedication

Baby Dedication is a commitment service where parents promise to raise their child in a God honoring way.

Examples from Scripture: Luke 2:22-25 where we see that as a baby, Jesus’ parents dedicated Him to God’s work; and Mark 10:16 we see Jesus bestowing blessings on the children.

The Dedication ceremony is a time to publicly make a commitment to pray for the child, love the child and guide the child toward a personal relationship with Christ.

“So love the LORD your God with all your heart, soul, and strength. Memorize his laws and tell them to your children over and over again. Talk about them all the time, whether along the road or going to bed at night, or getting up in the morning.
Deuteronomy 6:5-7 CEV

Fox River Christian Church does not baptize children until they are old enough to articulate their understanding and belief. The Bible assures us that every baby is secure in the Grace of God. An age or time of personal accountability comes when the individual will decide whether or not to personally respond to the Grace of God offered in personal salvation.

A Parent’s Commitment

• I acknowledge that my child is a gift from God.
• I will be a conduit for God’s love to my child.
• I will communicate to my child that he/she matters to God.
• I will pray for my child.
• I will commit to do all I can to raise my child in a home that honors God, and support his/her spiritual growth.

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