Confirmation
Becoming a follower of Jesus Christ requires a public and personal profession of the Faith from every believer. Confirmation by a bishop is its liturgical expression, and at Holy Spirit anyone who is at least High School age, and is ready to commit their life to following Jesus, can be confirmed. Confirmation is evident in Scripture: the Apostles prayed for, and laid their hands on those who had already been baptized (2 Timothy 1:6-7; Acts 8:14-17; 19:6). In Confirmation, God, through the bishop’s prayer for daily increase in the Holy Spirit, strengthens the believer for Christian life in the service of Christ and his kingdom. Some refer to Confirmation as a "lay ordination" for believers. Grace is God’s gift, and we pray that he will pour out his Holy Spirit on those who have already been made his children by adoption and grace in Baptism. At the direction of the Bishop, and after public reaffirmation of their baptismal promises, those having made professions of faith in other Christian traditions (including those confirmed in other traditions) are received into the Anglican Church with prayer and the laying on of hands by a bishop.
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Student Confirmation
For those in high school and ready to commit their lives to following Jesus, Confirmation offers a profound opportunity to affirm their faith. Our Family Confirmation Classes are an essential part of this journey, requiring at least one parent to attend alongside the student.
Together, students and their parents embark on a year-long process, guided by a church leader, to prepare for this significant step in their spiritual lives. Through these classes, families grow closer to one another and deepen their understanding and commitment to living as disciples of Christ.
Spiritual Parenting is also required for the parents of students who desire to be confirmed.
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Adult Confirmation
For adults seeking to be confirmed, we offer a special class in the fall, typically held about a week before the Bishop's visit. This class provides an in-depth exploration of what Confirmation means and why it is such a significant step in your faith journey.
Join us as we delve into the importance of Confirmation, preparing you to make a meaningful and informed commitment to your life as a follower of Jesus Christ.
