Parent/Child Dedication Education and Service
We are excited that you are interested in dedicating your child to the Lord. The purpose of Parent/Child dedication is for parents to present their child before God and a body of believers, committing to seek after His grace and wisdom in carrying out their responsibilities.
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We believe Psalm 127:3, which says “Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.” Parent/Child Dedication is a time for us to celebrate and thank God for the gift of our children. It’s also a time for you, as parents, to commit to model what following Jesus looks like and to raise your children to understand that they are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, to believe that the Bible is absolute Truth, and to know the importance of committing to a community of faith through a local church.
Instructions on How to Register?
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Please read through the following information to fully understand the significance of child dedication.
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Select two possible dates of your choosing that are at least 4 weeks from the date of registration. Contact the ministry office to let them know of those dates so that arrangements can be made and the date confirmed.
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Next, call one of our ministry representatives at 786-529-4266 or 954-591-8723 to discuss the details of this ceremony.
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Do I need to be a member to dedicate my child?
You do not need to be a member of our ministry to dedicate your child. We do ask that families seek a Gospel-Centered Church to have a faith family because in dedicating your child to God, you are stating that you are willing to partner with God and the Church to raise your child in cooperation with God’s intentions. As a Christian organization, we are here to partner with you as the body of Christ and support you as a family unit until you find your Church family.
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Can a single parent participate in a child dedication service?
Yes! Child dedication signifies the commitment of parents, including single parents, to do their best to raise their child to be a follower of Jesus Christ. We encourage single parents to include any important figures in their child’s life to be a part of the dedication. As a Christian Organization, I AM Ministries is committed to supporting single parents in providing a Christian foundation for their child’s upbringing.
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Is Dedication the same as Baptism?
I AM Ministries believes baptism is for those who have made a personal decision to trust Jesus alone for their salvation, once they have the maturity and ability to understand what that means.
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Dedication is not a sacrament; nor does it impart grace or salvation to a child. Salvation comes only through faith in Jesus Christ as each person recognizes their sinfulness and receives forgiveness and eternal life through him and his work on the cross.
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Rather than baptizing infants or children, we encourage a dedication ceremony, where parents formally call upon God’s blessing for their child and publicly commit to raise him or her in accordance with Scripture.
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What should I expect for Parent/Child Dedication?
Parent/Child Dedication is a small, intimate service lasting no longer than 30 minutes. During the ceremony, parents publicly commit to helping their children grow in their faith and to raise them in a home-centered on Jesus. Our team welcomes the child and parent(s), prays over each family, and presents some gifts to each child.
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When should I register for the Parent/Child Dedication Service?
Parent/Child Dedication is always provided on a "first come first serve basis". We encourage you to invite friends and family to attend so that they can join you in praying and celebrating this special time with you. Because of limited space and demand, please let us know how many friends and family are planning to attend on our "Child Dedication Form".