
Parent-Child Dedication is an opportunity for parents to formally commit to raising their child in a Godly manner. The ultimate goal as parents is for our kids to become captivated by and in a relationship with Jesus Christ. During this Dedication, parents will agree to a series of commitments that they receive ahead of time to pray through. Parent-Child Dedication is truly a celebration of the wonderful gift God has given each family.
Our Next Parent-Child Dedication is
Sunday, November 3, 2024
during our "Praise & Play in the Park" service
at Wannamaker County Park
Questions? Read through our FAQ's here:
While Riverbluff does not have a set age requirement for child dedication, the average age for a child to be dedicated is four months to 1 year old. However, some parents participate with older children than that often for the following reasons:
The parent(s) are new believers in Christ and their children were not dedicated when they were infants.
The parent(s) are having a younger child dedicated and want to have their older child dedicated at the same time.
Yes! Parent Child Dedication signifies the commitment of parents (including single parents!) to do their best to raise their child to be a follower of Christ. As a church, we are committed to supporting single parents in providing a Christian foundation for your child’s upbringing.
No. Riverbluff Church believes Baptism is for those who have made a personal decision to trust Christ alone for their salvation, once they have the maturity and ability to understand what that means. Rather than baptizing infants, Riverbluff encourages Christian parents to dedicate their children. This is a time in which parents formally call upon God’s blessing for their child and publicly commit to raise him or her in accordance with Scripture.
Scripture provides evidence that Baptism follows an individual’s decision to trust Christ alone for salvation (Acts 2:41, 8:12, and 10:47–48). This is our Public Profession of Faith that follows salvation. We do baptize older children who recognize their need to repent of sin and trust Jesus to be their Lord and Savior. Parent Child 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 need to receive forgiveness and eternal life through Christ and His work on the cross.
If you wish to participate in Parent-Child Dedication on November 3, 2024, please complete the following steps by Sunday, October 20, 2024. Registration is required.
#1. Download this Preparation for Parent-Child Dedication Guide. Parents should read and pray through the Guide together PRIOR to the Dedication on November 3, 2024.
#2. Complete the registration form below. If you have any questions, please contact Michell Witman.