Baby Dedication Request Form

About Baby Dedication

At New Vision, we believe that children are a blessing from the Lord. When requested, we do bless babies and dedicate their lives to the Lord. This service is available to members and non-members alike.

It is important to note that baby dedication is not the same as infant baptism. We do not baptize babies; baptism occurs after an individual has accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, knowing right from wrong and acknowledging their sins.

Baby dedication is a brief ceremony where we cover the child in prayer and ask for God's favor and protection over their life. We also charge the parents and family to raise the child in the fear and admonition of the Lord.

Parents are responsible to see that the child is introduced to the saving grace of Christ at an early age and brought up in the nurture and acknowledgment of the Lord.

Baby Dedication Guidelines and Procedures

Due to the number of baby dedication requests we receive, we accommodate multiple families on 5th Sundays, during the worship service. Private dedications can be scheduled for a fee, according to pastoral or ministeral availability.

Pastor Upshaw will decide who performs the baby dedication; i.e. no special requests for a specific Elder, Pastor, or Minister. Pastor Dexter and Pastor Lindsey may perform the dedication or delegate the ceremony to a designated Elder, Pastor, or Minister

New Vision is a friendly church with a unique culture. We understand that family members who are unchurched or from other religious traditions may attend to witness the baby dedication of your child. We ask you to share the following information with family and friends who are planning to attend
- Service begins at 10 AM. Please be timely!
- Pre-registration, temperature checks, and COVID-19 guidelines may apply
- We stand during praise & worship, as a sign of reverence and respect. We understand if someone cannot stand due to physical or medical reasons.
- Please avoid excessive walking in and out of sanctuary while Pastor is preaching
- Everyone is asked to stay for the duration of the service.

Are you a member of NVIM?*

Important: Non members requesting to have their baby dedicated at New Vision are required to meet with a minister prior to confirmation of the requested baby dedication date. You will be contacted to schedule a meeting date.

Contact Information

Name of Person Completing Form*

First NameLast Name

Contact Number*

Area CodePhone Number

E-mail Address*

Confirmation Email

IMPORTANT: Due to the number of baby dedication requests we receive, we accommodate multiple families on 5th Sundays. Private dedications can be scheduled for a fee, according to pastoral or ministerial availability.

Preferred Date of Baby Dedication*

Sunday, April 21, 2024Sunday, September 29, 2024Sunday, December 29, 2024I'd like to request a private dedication on a specific date (our team will reach out to confirm)

Child's Information

Important: If you desire to dedicate multiple children, please submit a form for each child and note in the comment's section.

Child's Full Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix

Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear

Gender*

Any additional comments (concerning multiple children, special needs, etc.)

Parental Information

Father's Name

First NameLast Name

Father's Contact Telephone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Father's E-mail

Confirmation Email

Confirm E-mail

Mother's Name

First NameLast Name

Mother's Contact Telephone Number

Area CodePhone Number

Mother's E-mail

Confirmation Email

Godparents' Information

Please include the names of any godparents.

Who else will participate in the baby dedication?

Please check who will participate.

Any additional questions or comments?

Please include any questions or comments and the main office will contact you.

Baby Dedication Terms of Agreement*

I have read and understand the Baby Dedication Guidelines and Procedures.