Introduction of Ministry
The Baby Dedication Ministry at First Baptist Church of Highland Park is a Christian ceremony for believing parents and family members. Parents make a commitment before the Lord and the body of Christ to raise their child according to God's Word.
Mission Statement
To present parents with an opportunity to make a outward showing of an inward commitment to dedicate their children to the Lord by modeling a Christian life style before their children.
History
Started as an evangelistic effort approximately 25 years ago that first seeks to share the Gospel of Christ with parents who may not be in relationship with Jesus Christ, and Second offer parents the opportunity to biblically dedicate their young children to the Lord, as found in 1 Samuel 1:21-28.
Services and Activities
Baby Dedication Services are held every 3rd Sunday at the 11:15am worship service.
Staff/Members
Rev. Emanuel Williams and Dr. Lawrence Hawkins
Scripture Reference
Proverbs 22:6
Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. (NKJV)
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Ministry Contacts:
For information or concerns, please contact the church Office at (301)773-6655
E-mail: BabyDedication@fbhp.org