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Celebration of Baptism

Rite of Holy Baptism
Baptism scheduling & information

The Celebration of Baptism Program gives us opportunities to grow in our understanding and appreciation of what it means to be a child of God. It begins at age one and continues through grade six. The program is designed to:

  • Help children and their parents remember and celebrate their baptisms. Knowing they are baptized, children have the assurance that they have been adopted into the Lord’s family.

  • Enable parents to enact their baptismal vows with their children annually.

  • Provide a setting for parent/child interaction with baptism and God’s grade in Jesus Christ as the focus.

  • Teach both children and adults about baptism in an experiential way.

  • Touch parents, through their children, with the Gospel of Jesus Christ here at Shepherd of the Valley.

KidCare is provided at these events—please register separately for KidCare! No cost!

Celebration of Baptism contact: Ann Helvick 952-985-7353

1 year old: Child of God
Each child in attendance will receive a faith basket for items that support and encourage their faith journey.

  • Sunday, October 10, 2009 at 9:00 AM
    (for birthdays June 1-Oct 15, 2009)
  • Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 9:00 AM
    (for birthdays Oct 15, 2009-Jan 10, 2010)
  • Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 9:00 AM
    (for birthdays Jan 29- April 23, 2010)

Families will meet in the KidCare room to celebrate and remember your child’s baptism Each child who attends this special event will receive a gift from SOTV.

2-3 year olds: Splash with the Spirit
Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM. Come to SOTV to get “Splashed with the Spirit” Come see the baptism font up close and ask questions, to a SOTV pastor. We will have a scavenger hunt around SOTV and do activities. You will receive a special gift from SOTV.
 

3-4 year olds: Let the Little Children Come
Saturday, September 26
at 9:00 AM. Jesus wants all the little children to come. Come play games, do activities and have a special snack, all to help remember your baptism. During this event we will give you a introduction to GodZone. You will receive a new Bible and bag, as a gift from SOTV

4-5 year olds: Carnival Creation
Friday April 9, 2010 at 7:00 PM.
Come prepared to do activities relating to creation. We will have special treats and do some creative crafts. All Children who attend will receive a special gift from SOTV.

Kindergarten: My Very Own Church
Saturday, March 6, 2010
at 10:00 AM. Come remember your baptism at your very own church. We will do activities and have a child friendly service. The children will get to know their own church in a fun way.  

1st Grade: Follow Jesus
Saturday, February 6, 2010
at 10:00 AM. Calling all first graders. Come to your Celebration of Baptism. We will see what it means to be true followers of Jesus through activities and crafts. Come see the many ways we can follow Jesus everyday

2nd Grade: Prayer=Talking to God
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
at 7:00 PM. Jesus taught us to pray “The Lord’s Prayer” Come learn and explore The Lord’s Prayer, though activities and crafts. We will explore the many different ways we can pray.

3rd Grade: Get the Message
Sunday,
September 13, 2009
at 10:00 AM. You will receive the Adventure Bible, when you come to this event. We will explore the Bible and give you some tools and  suggestions on how to use your new Bible through games and activities.

“For the word of God is living and active”       Hebrews 4:12a

You will then take your new Bibles to worship at 11:00 AM. During the service your new Bibles will be blessed.

4th Grade: The Ten Commandments: 10 Rules to Live By
Saturday, January 10, 2010, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM.
Come experience A baptism in the 11:00 a.m. service. Following lunch we will explore The Ten Commandments like never before. You will receive a special gift to take home with you to help remember the day you were Baptized!

Grade 5: First Communion
Is your child ready to receive communion? Come to a Family Learning Event where you and your child will hear that this special meal is “for you.” This event is designed for elementary-age kids and their parents. Children and adults alike will come away with a deeper appreciation for the amazing gift that Jesus has given us in the sacrament.

         Family Learning Events:

  • Fall 2009: Tuesday, September 29 at 7:00 PM
    Children can take first communion on the weekend of October 3-4 at any of the services.

  • Spring 2010: Thursday, April 15 at 7:00 PM
    Children can take first communion on the weekend of April 17-18 at any of the services.

Fifth graders come with family, friends and sponsors to your Celebration of Baptism Event and your First Communion. It will be an exciting day in your faith journey!

6th Grade: Passages--Worship
Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 10:30 AM.
Sixth graders and families come to worship on October 11th. You will be receiving a new Bible as you start middle-school. It will also be a chance for you to attend your first HYPE and orientation.

8th Grade: Stand Your Ground
Wednesday January 20, 2010 at 7:00 PM. You are invited to join us at SOTV for your Celebration of Baptism Party “Stand your Ground”. It will be a amazing night of Faith Fun and Fellowship!

Please contact Ann Helvick, Pastor Duane Paetznick, or Pam Geddes if you have any questions.

 

 

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