Parent Dedication FAQs
FAQs
What should we wear? This is a casual event so be comfortable.
When do we need to arrive? Arrive no later than 2:40 and meet Fellowship Greenville staff for instructions on what to expect.
Where do we go? Room 200, upstairs in the preschool building.
How many people can we invite? Invite as many family members and friends as you wish.
Can young children attend? Yes. The Celebration is child/family friendly.
What do I do if my baby cries? We love this question! We expect there will be some crying! Every parent in the room completely understands and is sitting with a baby too. This event is designed to include your wiggly baby, so don’t worry. How long does it last? Structured time will last about forty-five minutes. Then you will be dismissed to a breakout room to continue the celebration with your family and friends. Do I really have to do the homework? Yes, but don't be intimidated. The Talks are brief and helpful. The written portion will prepare you for the Celebration Event. During the event, you will share your child’s life verse, why the verse was chosen, and three or four characteristics you identified for your child. It will be your opportunity to share your hopes for the kind of person your child would one day become. You will be led through this at the Event. During the breakout time, you will be sharing what you wrote in response to the first Parent Talk with your family and friends. Is there an age limit? We recommend participation before age two. However, we understand that families are all at different points in their faith journey. So, adopted children and children under the age of four are welcomed. What will the breakout time look like? We are told that the breakout time is the most special part of the Celebration as this is your opportunity to gather close family and friends together to pray for your child. Each breakout space will be equipped with a prayer guide, note cards, and pens. Begin this time by reading the letter you wrote, then pray for your child, and finally, ask family and friends to write your child a note to be given to him/her at age 18.
Is this the same as infant baptism? This event is not infant baptism. We believe that when people are old enough to understand what it means to put their faith and trust in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, they should have the opportunity to make that choice for themselves. This event is about your commitment as a parent to lead your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, so that as he gets older, you are able to guide him and to help him understand what that means.
If you have any additional questions, please email Kristin Brooks at [email protected].
What should we wear? This is a casual event so be comfortable.
When do we need to arrive? Arrive no later than 2:40 and meet Fellowship Greenville staff for instructions on what to expect.
Where do we go? Room 200, upstairs in the preschool building.
How many people can we invite? Invite as many family members and friends as you wish.
Can young children attend? Yes. The Celebration is child/family friendly.
What do I do if my baby cries? We love this question! We expect there will be some crying! Every parent in the room completely understands and is sitting with a baby too. This event is designed to include your wiggly baby, so don’t worry. How long does it last? Structured time will last about forty-five minutes. Then you will be dismissed to a breakout room to continue the celebration with your family and friends. Do I really have to do the homework? Yes, but don't be intimidated. The Talks are brief and helpful. The written portion will prepare you for the Celebration Event. During the event, you will share your child’s life verse, why the verse was chosen, and three or four characteristics you identified for your child. It will be your opportunity to share your hopes for the kind of person your child would one day become. You will be led through this at the Event. During the breakout time, you will be sharing what you wrote in response to the first Parent Talk with your family and friends. Is there an age limit? We recommend participation before age two. However, we understand that families are all at different points in their faith journey. So, adopted children and children under the age of four are welcomed. What will the breakout time look like? We are told that the breakout time is the most special part of the Celebration as this is your opportunity to gather close family and friends together to pray for your child. Each breakout space will be equipped with a prayer guide, note cards, and pens. Begin this time by reading the letter you wrote, then pray for your child, and finally, ask family and friends to write your child a note to be given to him/her at age 18.
Is this the same as infant baptism? This event is not infant baptism. We believe that when people are old enough to understand what it means to put their faith and trust in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, they should have the opportunity to make that choice for themselves. This event is about your commitment as a parent to lead your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, so that as he gets older, you are able to guide him and to help him understand what that means.
If you have any additional questions, please email Kristin Brooks at [email protected].
