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 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. 

HOW THE PARENT AND CHILD DEDICATION WORKS

STEP 1: REGISTER YOUR CHILD

Our Parent and Child Dedication takes place during our 11:30 am Family Worship Sunday Service which is scheduled at designated times throughout the year (see dates below). Please note that you may sign up to participate in any of the ceremonies listed below. 

The 2025 Parent and Child Dedication ceremony dates are as follows:

• Sunday, March 9th at 11:30 am

• Sunday, August 10th at 11:30 am

• Sunday, December 14th at 11:30 am

STEP 2: 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.

STEP 3: 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.

STEP 4: ATTEND THE FAMILY WORSHIP SUNDAY SERVICE

Follow the steps below upon your arrival to service.

1. Check-In: 

On the day of the ceremony, parents will check in at the Parent and Child Dedication table in the foyer beginning at 11:00 am (only the names of children whose parents have checked in will be announced during the ceremony).

2. Attend the Family Worship Sunday Service

After you check in, proceed to the sanctuary to be seated by our ushers for the 11:30 am Family Worship Sunday Service (you and your guests may sit anywhere in the sanctuary). Families that have 6 or more people in their group can reserve a section of seats to be seated together in the sanctuary. Click here to reserve a section of seats.

3. The Parent and Child Dedication Ceremony

• Your Name will be Called to Come to the Front of the Sanctuary: 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.
• Photos and Videos:  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 Harvest Life 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.

STEP 5: ENJOY FAMILY TIME AT HARVEST LIFE (After Service)

• The Marketplace:  Following the Family Worship Sunday Service, you and your family and friends are welcome to stop by the Marketplace and purchase a delicious meal, snacks, coffee and more and enjoy dining and fellowship in the foyer.
• Family Photo Station:  Take a picture at our Family Photo Station (located in the foyer) after service with your family and friends to share on social media and celebrate your Parent and Child Dedication!

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