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making a commitment to raise the next genreation in christ
parent and child dedication
The Bible says in Proverbs 22:6 to “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Participating in a Parent and Child Dedication (for children age 0 – 4 years old) and making a public commitment to raise your child in the ways of God, is one of the first and most important steps you should make in the journey of godly parenthood.
In this special ceremony, held during our 10:00 am Family Worship Sunday service, parents, family and friends will stand along with other families to celebrate the precious gift they have been given and make a public commitment to honor God’s plan for their child by guiding them towards a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Our Senior Pastors will then pray a special prayer of blessing, protection and favor over your child’s life as they are dedicated to the Lord.
your next steps to being a parent of impact
how the parent and child dedication works
transforming lives. impacting the world.
STEP 1: sign up for the ceremony
Register Your Child
Our Parent and Child Dedication takes place during our 10:30 am Family Worship Sunday Service. Please click here to participate in the upcoming ceremony.
Get Your Child's Dedication Ceremony Attire
There is no specific Parent and Child Dedication attire. Some parents choose to dress their child in special attire. However, feel free to dress your child as you wish.
invite your loved ones to celebrate this special moment
STEP 2: INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Invite Family and Friends
The dedication of parents and children to the Lord is an important and special occasion that should be celebrated and shared with loved ones. Invite your family and friends to attend the Family Worship Sunday Service to celebrate your dedication and stand with you and your child during the ceremony.
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Equipping Parents to Lead with Purpose
STEP 3: DAY-OF INSTRUCTIONS
Check-In
Parents will check in at the Parent and Child Dedication table in the foyer beginning at 10:00 am (only the names of children whose parents have checked in will be announced during the ceremony).
The Ceremony
During service an announcement will be made for the parents and child to come to the front of the sanctuary, followed by an invitation for family and friends to stand with the family. Our Senior Pastors will anoint and pray a special dedication prayer over each child.
Taking Photos During the Ceremony
After the prayer, our photographer will take a photo of you, the child, our Senior Pastors and all those standing with you. Photos of the ceremony will be posted by the next day on our Impact Church Facebook page. You are also welcome to have someone take photos and videos of your family during the dedication ceremony.
Parent and Child Dedication Certificate
During the ceremony, you will be presented with a personalized Parent and Child Dedication Certificate to commemorate this special occasion.
frequently asked questions
faqs
Parent and Child Dedication is open to parents or legal guardians of children from birth to 4 years of age.
Yes, absolutely! Families with more than one child within the dedication age range are welcome to dedicate them in the same ceremony. Each child will be recognized individually as part of your family’s special moment of commitment to the Lord. Click here to sign up.
Yes. The Parent and Child Dedication signifies the commitment of parents (including single parents) to do their best to raise the child in the ways of the Lord.
To sign up, simply complete the Parent and Child Dedication Form.
Parent and Child Dedications are held on designated 2nd Sundays during our Family Worship Sunday Service at 11:30 am. View the church calendar to see the upcoming ceremony.
While there is now formal dress code, we encourage parents and family members should wear business attire or business casual attire - something modest, comfortable and appropriate for a worship service.
There is no specific Parent and Child Dedication attire. Some parents choose to dress their child in special attire. However, feel free to dress your child as you wish.
Yes. You are welcome to have someone take pictures and/or videos of your family during the dedication ceremony. In addition, our photographer will take a photo of you, the baby, our Senior Pastors and all those standing with you. Photos of the ceremony will be posted by the next day on our Impact Facebook page.
If you have questions, please complete the "Contact Us Form" and select "Parent and Child Dedication" from the dropdown menu when submitting your message.