Rather than holding Christian-style baptisms or christenings, most Unitarian Universalist congregations have child dedication ceremonies for infants and children.

Child dedication ceremonies are usually crafted by the parents, the congregation’s minister, and religious educator working closely together. Our child dedications will include the following elements:

• A blessing for the new life of the child
• An expression of the parent or parents’ hopes for the child
• A promise by the congregation to support and nurture the child

We typically hold child dedications during Sunday services once or twice a year (depending on family needs). We also can arrange individual or private dedications. If you are interested in having your child dedicated by a Unitarian Universalist minister or educator, speak with Reverend Joseph Boyd.