OVERVIEW
St. Michael’s confirmation ministry is a journey of self-discovery, deepening faith, and building authentic relationships with other youth and trusted adults in the congregation. Confirmation at St. Michael's is designed to help young people understand that they live each day in the embrace of God's grace and love for them.
The three years of confirmation (grades 7-9) are a time of learning and preparation for the Affirmation of Baptism in the fall of their 10th grade year, when young people claim for themselves the faith in which they were baptized.
Confirmation Students will:
COVID UPDATE
Much in our lives has changed dramatically since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. To address the various changes and concerns, we are adapting our confirmation ministry this upcoming year.
We will plan for two confirmation sessions: one in fall and one in spring. Students can engage with these sessions online or in-person. In-person classes will be held outdoors and following safety protocols such as mask wearing and socially distanced learning and activities. Each session will include 5 class gatherings.
Those who prefer to engage in confirmation through the online option will meet online with the pastors. These online meetings will be scheduled around the needs of the families involved.
Throughout winter, there may be opportunities for home activities and check-ins. Stay tuned for these opportunities and updates on the spring session.
St. Michael’s confirmation ministry is a journey of self-discovery, deepening faith, and building authentic relationships with other youth and trusted adults in the congregation. Confirmation at St. Michael's is designed to help young people understand that they live each day in the embrace of God's grace and love for them.
The three years of confirmation (grades 7-9) are a time of learning and preparation for the Affirmation of Baptism in the fall of their 10th grade year, when young people claim for themselves the faith in which they were baptized.
Confirmation Students will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the Bible, Luther's Small Catechism and Lutheran theology.
- Develop relationships with their peers, the pastors and other adults.
- Add insight and skills in using their faith to help understand and make healthy choices regarding the challenging issues they face daily.
COVID UPDATE
Much in our lives has changed dramatically since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. To address the various changes and concerns, we are adapting our confirmation ministry this upcoming year.
We will plan for two confirmation sessions: one in fall and one in spring. Students can engage with these sessions online or in-person. In-person classes will be held outdoors and following safety protocols such as mask wearing and socially distanced learning and activities. Each session will include 5 class gatherings.
Those who prefer to engage in confirmation through the online option will meet online with the pastors. These online meetings will be scheduled around the needs of the families involved.
Throughout winter, there may be opportunities for home activities and check-ins. Stay tuned for these opportunities and updates on the spring session.
In-Person Confirmation Fall Session
7th-9th graders will gather for outside and socially distanced classes on the following dates from 11:30am-1:00pm Sunday, September 13 Sunday, September 20 Sunday, September 27 Sunday, October 4 Sunday, October 11 Please bring a bag lunch, beverage/water bottle, and a pencil or pen. Plan to meet on the patio outside of the Fellowship Hall. |
Online Confirmation Fall Session
Students who prefer not to meet in-person are invited to online classes with the pastors this fall. Online Zoom sessions will be scheduled around the needs of the families registered for this option. |