Raise Up a Child

Sunday our church had a Baby Dedication Service.  In case you aren't familiar with the concept; it is really a parent commitment service.  We promise to offer Aubrey to the Lord and to dedicate ourselves to rearing her for the glory of God.

There were 20 children being dedicated and the church does a really amazing job.  We were blessed that both sets of grandparents were able to be there!

Aubrey Jane Renfrow- 3 months old

Here is the Parent's Covenant that we made on Sunday 

(we did the same thing when Lily Kate was a baby)

A Parent's Covenant

As a parent, I willingly accept my child as a unique gift from God.  I understand that my parental responsibility involves leading my children into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and helping my child understand God's specific purpose for her life.  Therefore, I promise today that I will strive do to the following:

to recognize that my relationship with this child is a sacred trust which requires an investment of quality time and unconditional love,

to assume the primary responsibility to teach my child the spiritual truths and values of Scripture,

to pray consistently for the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of my child, 

to create an environment within our home which demonstrates the fruit of the Spirit of Christ.