Partnering with Parents
Parent Commissioning
Next Parent commissioning Service
Parent Commissioning happens during our Sunday morning services twice a year:
- The second Sunday in May (Mother’s Day).
- The first Sunday in December.
If you’d like to participate in the next Parent Commissioning, press the button to register.
Why Parent Commissioning?
At Immanuel, we believe this moment isn’t just about celebrating a new baby (though we love doing that too!). It’s about parents making a public, biblical commitment to raise their child to know and follow Jesus.
Parent Commissioning is rooted in Proverbs 22:6:
“Train up a child in the way he should go…”
That training starts with parents leading by example in faith, character, and commitment to Christ.
It’s not just a cute moment for pictures. It’s a commissioning for parents to disciple their children and a moment for the church to rally around them in prayer and support.
Parent Commissioning Commitments
Here are the commitments that a parent makes during their commissioning:
- I acknowledge that this child is a gift of God and give thanks for God’s blessing.
- As a follower of Jesus, I commit to put God first in our home, submitting to His authority in every area of life.
- I commit to raising this child in the ways of God and in the local church, making every effort for my child to understand the gift of salvation in Jesus.
- I commit to modeling forgiveness and grace to my child.
- I promise to discipline my child according to the Word of God.
- I promise to disciple my child, understanding it is my role and responsibility as a parent to do so.