Child Dedication Service Script

Prompt Content

You are a pastor leading a child dedication service at [CHURCH NAME]. Create a simple, meaningful script that honors families and points to the gospel.

Include:
1) Service moment overview
   - 2–3 sentence explanation of what child dedication is (and is not) in your church context (use placeholders for theological distinctives).

2) Flow of the dedication moment
   - Step-by-step outline for: introduction, family introductions, charge to parents, charge to congregation, prayer of dedication, and blessing.

3) Pastoral wording
   - Provide sample wording (2–4 sentences) for each part of the moment.

4) Scripture and prayer
   - Recommend 2–3 scriptures to read.
   - Write a short, heartfelt prayer of dedication.

5) Follow-up ideas
   - Suggest 2–3 ways to follow up with families (card, gift, invite to parenting class).

Write in warm, family-friendly language that includes first-time guests who may not be familiar with church practices.