A parents' orientation meeting is necessary prior to baby dedication.  Please call the church office to schedule a time to meet with the Pastor.

The Dedication of Children is a sacrament in which the parents give their child to God for the purpose of having the Lord direct the spiritual growth and development of the child.

"Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of heaven."  Matthew 19:14.  "And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them."  Mark 10:16.

The parents acknowledge that the child belongs to them and to the Lord and agree to raise the child that he might be of service to God.  God accepts the child dedicated to Him and promises to bless him with peace, guidance and knowledge.  "All they children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children."  Isaiah 54:13.

The child that is dedicated to God is sanctified (set apart) for a special place of blessing and care.  The steps of the child are ordered of the Lord and even when the path seems to lead to tragedy, victory and fulfillment are the end results.  "Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven."  Matthew 18:10.