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A two-year Confirmation Program is offered to youth in seventh grade and older.  The intent of this learning experience is to deepen the knowledge and experience of our youth as they prepare for church membership.  Confirmation is the beginning of a lifelong process of discipleship for those who wish to seek the guidance of God and follow the example of Jesus throughout their faith pilgrimage.
Confirmation in our church has at least six components:
Class time that focuses on the knowledge and appreciation of sacred scripture.
The stories and teachings within the bible are rich with meaning.  A significant amount of time will be spent in the classroom learning the history of our faith in scripture and applying those teachings to our lives.

• Class time that focuses on the church and the practical applications of our faith.Jesus called his followers together into community.  We will spend class time learning about the role of the church in our lives; memorizing some scriptures (and creeds) that will add value to our faith journey; and growing a relationship with God through prayer and service.


• Leadership in Worship
  During the two year course of study, youth will be given opportunities to assist with worship leadership by reading psalms and being acolytes.


• Service Beyond SelfJesus called his followers to lives of service.  To encourage our youth to become service-minded, we expect our youth to perform 20 hours of service each year.  We are not stringent in the kind of service that our youth perform---only that they begin the art of caring for others.  Service opportunities may include such tasks as: 




• visiting an elderly person;


• volunteering at the food pantry or senior center;


• writing letters to service men and women;


• walking in the CROP Walk;


• providing free child-care;


• or discerning along with your parents a means of being the presence of Christ for another person…...


• Retreats, Field Trips, and St. Louis TripOur Confirmation Program provides experiences beyond our local church that will deepen the faith of our youth.  We will visit the local synagogue.  We will attend a Confirmation Event held at Lakeland College.  We provide a weekend retreat at either Moon Beach or Pilgrim Center.  At the conclusion of the first year of study, youth are invited to participate in a class trip to St. Louis where we tour ministries related to the church and also enjoy time at Grant’s Farm, the Gateway Arch, and more.


• Statement of Faith and Personal Testimony

At the conclusion of our Confirmation Program, you will write a statement of faith and personal testimony that will be presented to the congregation.
Classes generally meet on Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Pastor Kim Henning, Senior Pastor.