Hello!
Congratulations on embarking on this beautiful parenting journey! Oasis Church is so excited for this new chapter of your life, and that you are interested in pursuing the important milestone of Baby Dedication. When you present your infant to God in this way, you are publicly recognizing that your child belongs to Him and that you will raise the child in a home that is committed to experiencing and loving Christ. *An Infant is 0 - 1 and half years old.
We are excited about the child God has gifted to you. There is no greater treasure that you could receive, and no greater responsibility that you could assume! As Christ followers, we understand that raising our children God's way involves personal devotion and a complete trust in God. In fact, God created each individual with a unique plan in mind.
The dedication service is a decision made by the parent(s) and not by the child. Therefore, Baby Dedication is not a baptism but a way for parent(s) to commit to God to train, teach, and be godly examples for their children, as well as to show trust in God and thankfulness for His gift. For this reason, Oasis Church gladly dedicates a child of a married couple (a man and a woman) or of a single parent (not living with someone out of wedlock) who is committed to the principles of God's Word.
Deuteronomy 6:5-7 says this, “And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength. And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands that I am giving you today. Repeat them again and again to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up.”
As Christian parents, you are committing to teaching your child the truth found in God’s word. You are also committing to being a Christ-like example and to leading your child(ren) to a personal relationship with Christ. We at Oasis Church are honored to partner with you on this journey.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our team at the church office at (954)433-4838 x 236 or oasiskids@visitoasis.org. We are here to serve you and celebrate with you.
Thank you and God Bless,
Jonathan Morales
Oasis Kids Director