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Confirmation Kickoff
September 10 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHAT IS CONFIRMATION?
Confirmation is a program for students to study & discover a knowledge of the Christian story, our core beliefs & practices, and an understanding of the United Methodist doctrine to affirm faith and ensure a strong foundation in Jesus Christ.
WHO CAN ATTEND?
This year, confirmation is open to 7th and 8th grade students.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
- See below for key dates through the confirmation program. It will kick off on September 10th at 11:15 a.m. and conclude on Confirmation Sunday when the students officially join the church on Sunday, March 17, 2024.
- Confirmands will attend a retreat at Camp Glisson March 1-3, 2024. Each confirmand is expected to attend. The cost for the retreat is included in the registration fee listed below.
- Generally the class will meet on Sunday mornings at 11:15 a.m. (except for holidays weekends and school breaks). Confirmands are allowed two absences but otherwise need to commit to being there every Sunday.
- There is also a parent class that will meet weekly at 11:15 to 12:15 p.m. (the same time as youth on Sunday mornings!)
COSTS?
$300 is the cost for the year and includes the retreat. Scholarships are available if needed. Please reach out to Austin Lerner-Gay, Director of Student Ministries.
A $50 deposit is required to hold your spot and a completed registration form. The remainder of the balance is due on September 30, 2023.