Baby Dedication Celebration - First Christian Church of Decatur
Baby Dedication Celebration
Baby Dedication Celebrations are a special time where parents dedicate their child to God with the support of family and close friends. This celebration is purposefully set aside from other church events to help families focus on the commitment they are making to raise their children to know and follow God. It's a memorable event that includes refreshments and a professional photographer to take your family portrait.
PARENTS In order to prepare for the event, parents are required to attend a Parent Orientation and complete homework (yikes!). No worries, you'll want to do this homework. Also, you'll need to submit a candid photo of your children which will be shown during the worship services as well as during the Baby Dedication event.
GUESTS We recognize that having a supportive network of family and friends is important when raising up a child to love God. Because families will be seated together at tables, keep in mind that 8-10 people is the recommended total for each family table.
Parents will need to attend the Parent Meeting for the Baby Dedication date they choose.
DATES FOR 2023
Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10am
Parent Meeting
Sunday, March 5 at 10:40am
Register by
Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 10am
Sunday, September 10 at 10:40am
Baby's Information
Parent/Guardian's Information
Name(s) *
I will . . . *
attend the Parent Orientation
participate in the Baby Dedication Celebration
I would like to participate with the Baby Dedication Celebration: * Saturday, March 18, 2023 Saturday, September 16, 2023
The Homework
Yes, there is homework, but it's the good kind. Here are two short videos for you to watch, then download and print the "Imagine the End" homework card below. You will use this card to write 3-5 characteristics that you want to see in your child when they grow up. You will share these with your family and friends at the Baby Dedication event
DOWNLOAD THE "IMAGINE THE END" HOMEWORK CARD HERE
If you have any questions regarding Baby Dedication, contact Heather Vance at hvance@firstdecatur.org or 217.875.3350.