Preparing for a Dedication/Thanksgiving Ceremony 

Dedication and Thanksgiving ceremonies can be a time of celebration and welcome within the church family. To help with the planning of this event be sure to download the guide “Preparing for a Dedication/Thanksgiving Ceremony” to use alongside your Salvation Army Ceremonies book (see pages 8-13).

Once you have met with the family and walked through the guide you will be able to choose which certificate is best to use from those listed below.

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Dedication/Thanksgiving supplies from Trade North 

Order these items through the links, or by email here.

  • TSA Dedication Certificate (8" x 10") 
    (English) This certificate may be used for families that wish to make significantly Christian promises around the raising of their child AND would like a Salvationist look to their certificate.
  • Dedication Certificate (8 ½" x 11") English | en français
    This certificate may be used for families that wish to make significantly Christian promises around the raising of their child. 
  • Thanksgiving Certificate (11" x 8 ½") English | en français
    This certificate may be used for families that wish to give thanks to God for the gift of their child. 

Dedication/Thanksgiving Ceremony GUIDEBOOK

This resource assists corps leaders when meeting with parent/s and walking them through the meaning and planning of a dedication/thanksgiving ceremony.

Dedication/Thanksgiving Ceremonies

Dedication/Thanksgiving Ceremonies