Crossing Over: Celebrating Faith Development Milestones

God instructed Joshua and the children of Israel to set up memorial milestones as reminders when they overcame obstacles along their journey to the promised land. Crossing over is an opportunity to celebrate, empower, and equip one to accept the responsibilities, privileges, and duties of the next stage of growth and development with confidence and the guidance of God. The seven milestones include: 1) Parent/Baby Dedication, 2) Salvation, Baptism, and Discipleship, 3) Preparing for Adolescence, 4) Commitment to Purity, 5) Rite of Passage 6) High School Graduation; and 7) Life in Christ. This resource is a tool that enables parents to record and observe milestones from birth through adulthood. It is perfect for empowering children in their quest for identity, intentionally cultivating potential, and developing a sense of purpose.

Emmanuel and Althea Penn have used milestones of faith development to guide younger generations in the journey of faith for three decades. Emmanuel is a certified Family Development Specialist who enjoys mentoring young men through athletics. Althea is a Child Development expert and Professional Development Specialist. They are featured speakers who enjoy spending time with their grandchildren.