FAITH STEPS
There are steps we take in each of our gatherings that help us live out the purpose of our church as a community where we CONNECT with God and others to GROW in our faith so we REACH Orange County and the world for Jesus Christ.
Recognizing that God loves them unconditionally and learning that Jesus is their friend and Savior.
Beginning to understand the significance of these stories in their faith journey
Developing an understanding of Scripture and its importance in their lives
Understanding what prayer is and learning simple prayers for different situations (e.g., before meals, bedtime prayers, prayers for others)
Receiving God's peace, joy, and strength to face challenges - knowing He takes care of us every day
Lifting up songs and Scriptures that help us thank God for who He is and all He has done
FAITH MILESTONES
These milestones are significant moments for your family as you guide your children in their early faith journey, helping them develop a deeper relationship with God and a fuller understanding of what it means to be a follower of Jesus.
Recognizing God’s Blessing: Understanding that we are a special gift from God, and our parents want to dedicate us to Him.
Learning About God’s Love: Realizing that God loves us and our family, and we are part of His big plan.
Committing to Follow God: Knowing that our parents are choosing to raise us to love and follow Jesus, and we are a part of that promise.
Being Part of God’s Family: Understanding that through dedication, we are surrounded by a church family who will support us in our faith journey.
Growing in Faith Together: Knowing that child dedication is a way for our parents and church to help us grow in our relationship with God and learn more about His love.
CHILD DEDICATION REQUEST FORM
Understanding God’s Love: Realizing that God loves us deeply and that Jesus died for our sins.
Believing in Jesus: Knowing that Jesus is our Savior and choosing to follow Him with all our hearts.
Desiring to Take the Next Step: Feeling excited and ready to show others that we believe in Jesus through baptism.
Publicly Declaring Faith: Wanting to share with the world that we are a follower of Jesus and are part of God’s family.
Obeying Jesus: Learning that baptism is something Jesus asked us to do to show our love and obedience to Him.
Growing in Relationship with God: Understanding that baptism is an important part of our journey with God as we grow closer to Him.
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