In order to recognize the birth of a child into one of our families, our elders have set aside special times of baby dedication. We want to do something more than simply acknowledge a newborn's first Sunday with us; we want to publicly celebrate children as a gift of God and pray for parents to raise their children to bring much glory to God.

When our elders first led our Church family to celebrate this event (2010) we saw several large Sundays of child dedication. Going forward we ask that parents notify us of the baby's first visit to our worship gathering so we can enjoy this time of dedication with the child's family and Church family.

What is infant/child dedication?

• A time of worship for us to acknowledge together as a church family that children are a gift from God.

• A public expression of the parents to raise their children in a manner that glorifies God.  This means the parents acknowledge their responsibility to be the primary teachers of God’s Word to their children while modeling what it looks like to be a follower of Jesus.

• A public affirmation of our Church that we will serve this family, pray for them, and promote the gospel of Christ in our words and conduct before their children.

How can parents sign up to participate in this celebration with their children?

Talk with one of our staff pastors, call the Church office (304-342-3257), or email us here.