About Child Dedication

Even though we call it child dedication, the ceremony is really more about the commitment between the child's parents and our church community. 

We ask all parents dedicating their children to affirm the following commitments:

• Pray with your children daily

• Teach them about Jesus and God's redemptive and all inclusive love

• Faithfully attend church with your children

• Model a Christ-like life in your home, in your marriage and as parents.

At what age can a child take part in a dedication service?

While C3 does not have a set age requirement for child dedication, it is open to infants and children up to 12 years of age.

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 Christ. Additionally, we highly encourage single parents to dedicate their child as they commit themselves to raise him or her without the presence or partnership of a spouse. The decision to dedicate a child is not dependent upon the beliefs of the ex-spouse; however we encourage single parents to discuss child dedication with their ex-spouse. Ideally, both parents—even if not married—would still commit to the dedication of their child to God. We acknowledge that this is often not possible, and that it takes extra effort for a single parent to raise a child. As a church, C3 is committed to supporting single parents in providing a Christian foundation for their child’s upbringing.

Click below to register your family for our next Child Dedication!