Attention All Confirmation Participants!!!

Attention all 2007-2008 Confirmation Participants!
This fall, September 9, begins your year for Confirmation. We hope you are excited about your amazing Confirmation journey at Belmont United Methodist Church. It's going to be a blast!

What is Confirmation?
Confirmation at Belmont UMC is a special time when you will learn about and experience the Christian faith. Participants will learn about our roots and heritage as Christians and United Methodists, the practices of the Christian faith (the Bible, worship, prayer, ethics) and the basic beliefs of the Christian faith, including God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, hope beyond death – to name a few. We will also focus on how to be committed disciples of Jesus Christ. We will have retreats, mission opportunities, trips and parties, as well as our great weekly experiences starting on January 13. At the end of the experience, Confirmands have the opportunity to be confirmed as full members of the church. However, the decision to be confirmed is just that – a decision, an informed choice that you make with the support and guidance of your parents, pastors and Faith Friends.

Confirmation is an Eight Months Experience for Young People
Confirmation is much more than just a Sunday gathering of fellowship, learning and devotion. We’ll have our own trips, retreats, mission opportunities, parties and activities. Take a deep breath, climb on board and get ready for a great journey of discovery and fun with friends.

Confirmation Orientation
We will kick-off the Confirmation Experience in September. There will be a three-week Confirmation Orientation during the Sunday school hour for Confirmands, parents and Faith Friends. On September 30, we will have the 2007-2008 Confirmation Covenant Service during the Sunday school hour.

Our Formal Gatherings Will Begin in January
Our formal confirmation class begins on January 6. Our class will meet Sunday evenings from 3:30-5:30 pm on the 3rd Floor. Each week will include a weekly ritual, a large group session and games/activities where you can get closer to others and process what we are learning. Confirmation class will culminate on May 18th, when we have our confirmation service.

What About Attendance Requirements?
Our Confirmation program is a comprehensive package of classes and events. It is intended that participants be involved in the whole range of activities, not just the Sunday evening experiences. Full and consistent participation is encouraged, that each Confirmand might have a rich and meaningful experience. There are no official attendance requirements.