Stepping Stones/Baptism
The Mission: To partner with parents to fulfill their baptismal promises.
The Method: As a family walking in the waters of our baptism, we have Stepping Stones in the River of Life that guide us on our journey of becoming more like Jesus Christ. With each stone we equip families with opportunities to learn together. Families are encouraged in worship by publicly blessing each other and we empower families with tools to continue their faith journey at home.
Equip: These events are designed to enrich the parent child relationship with God from birth, toddlerhood, preschool and beyond.
Encourage: Parents bless their child, receive a diaper bag fob, and children are presented with a First Bible Story Book and a Bible Buddy. These go into the child's HERITAGE CHEST along with other items of their faith journey thoughout their life. Everyone is given a Heritage chest at their baptism.
Empower: Take home materials are presented at each event and are also available in the Beacon Bookstore.
Baptism
This event brings the child, parents, extended family and friends together in Holy Baptism. Parents attend a baptismal class to set a date and learn about the theology and service for the sacrament of Holy Baptism. Godparents for each baptismal candidate present the child for baptism during the service and the parents along with the congregation profess their faith and commitment to help fulfill the baptismal covenant.
In January, there is a celebration for the Anniversary of Baptism for everyone who has been baptized in the past year where parent(s) will bless their child publicly during worship and receive a diaper bag fob.
Worshipping Together
This event encompasses the process of how to worship as a family. The parent and 2 year old child attend one event in November to learn more about the seasons, colors, and symbols of worship in the church year. The child is 
presented the following Sunday with their First Bible Story Book and Bible Buddy in worship and are blessed by their parent(s).
This Bible Buddy is a small lamb that your child can hold while hearing the stories of God’s love. It serves as a physical reminder that God is always with them, loves them and watches over them.
