Confirmation is open to all students 7th grade and above who have not already been confirmed. Students explore the meaning of Christian faith, the history and teachings of The United Methodist Church, and the meaning of the baptismal and membership vows.
 
Confirmation registration is open now. Click the button below to register your student.
 
 
 
There will be Confirmation Information meetings for parents on Sunday, July 28, and Sunday, August 11, at 10:30am in the Lower Level. Parents are invited to attend one of these meetings to learn more about the confirmation program and to ask questions about the confirmation process. Click the button below to register for one of these meetings.
 
 
 
The Confirmation journey begins with Confirmation Kick-Off on Friday, September 8, 5:45-9pm. The beginning of kick-off will start with a 30 minute parent meeting in the Sanctuary.
 
Confirmation lessons are held on the second Sunday of each month with lunch being served at 12:15pm and our lesson wrapping up at 2:30pm. 

 

Important Dates:

Confirmation Kick-Off: September 6

Pumpkin Unload: a great opportunity to get new confirmands involved 

Confirmation sesh #2: October 13 

Confirmation sesh #3: November 10

Confirmation sesh #4: December 15

Confirmation sesh #5: January 12

Confirmation sesh #6: February 9

Confirmation sesh #7: March 9

Confirmation Overnight: April 11-12

Confirmation Sunday: Sunday, April 27, 2025

 

Commonly Asked Questions

What is Confirmation?

Confirmation refers to the decision a person makes to respond to God’s grace with intentional commitment, publicly reaffirming his or her baptismal vows before the congregation. After confirmation, the student is eligible to become a full member of the church. Who is invited? All students in 7th grade or above who wish to explore the meaning of Christian faith, the history and teachings of The United Methodist Church, and the meaning of the baptismal and membership vows are encouraged to participate. How long does it last? There are 8 sessions, spanning from October to April, including learning sessions, overnight retreats, serving opportunities, and worship experiences.

 
Are all confirmands required to become a member of the church?
 
No – the decision to become a member of the church is left to the student. 
 
 
 
 
If you have any questions contact Pastor Carrie at CarrieSchwab@powellumc.org.
 
 
 
Confirmation Class 2023