Rather than holding traditional baptisms or christenings, our congregation has child dedication ceremonies for infants and children.
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Child dedication ceremonies are crafted together with the parents, guardians, and the minister. The ceremony is a part of Sunday worship and includes the following elements:
- The time honored symbols of new life and beauty: water and flowers
- A blessing for the new life of the child
- Expressions of the hopes for the child
- A promise by the congregation to support and nurture the child
If you are interested in having your child dedicated please speak with our minister, the Rev. James Galasinski.