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I assume you mean by non-Covenantal Family adult that the person is an adult that is not part of any family in the Church. Correct?
Those that do actually profess faith in and obedience unto Christ are to be baptized in this instance.
Profession of faith in and repentance unto Christ are key here. It's not saying that the person is truly regenerate but has professed faith and repentance.
Regarding participation in the Lord's Supper, the child must be able to maturely discern the nature of the matter they are participating in and, like an adult, not be guilty of any rebellion concerning the faith or unrepentant conduct.Discernment on this matter is left up to the Session. I think a rough analogy would be like discerning when you think a child is old enough to drive a car. It's not a matter of skill so much as maturity to be responsible in a serious matter.
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