Confirmation & Reaffirmation of Faith

A few words about what’s happening—and why it matters

Confirmation

Confirmation is a moment of owning your faith for yourself.

Most people who seek confirmation were baptized earlier in life—often as children—when others made promises on their behalf. In confirmation, you step forward and say those promises yourself. Not because you’ve figured everything out (no one has), but because you’re choosing, freely and honestly, to follow Jesus in the midst of real life.

In the service, the bishop prays for you, asking God to strengthen, confirm, and sustain the faith already at work in you. It’s less a graduation and more a deepening of the journey.

Reaffirmation of Faith

Reaffirmation is for those who’ve already been confirmed but sense a need to say “yes” again.

Sometimes faith matures. Sometimes it gets battered. Sometimes life changes us enough that we realize, I want to stand here again—more honestly this time. Reaffirmation creates space to renew your commitment, to receive prayer, and to be reminded that God is faithful even when we’ve been unsure, weary, or distracted.

No speeches. No pressure. Just prayer, blessing, and grace.

Why a Bishop?

A brief word about who they are and why they’re part of this

A bishop is a pastor to pastors—and a visible sign that the Church is bigger than any one congregation.

Historically and theologically, bishops carry responsibility for guarding the faith, encouraging the church, and maintaining unity across time and place. When a bishop participates in confirmation, it’s a way of saying: this faith you’re professing is shared, received, and handed on—not invented from scratch.

In confirmation, the bishop prays for those being confirmed not because local pastors can’t pray well (we promise we can), but because the bishop represents the wider Church’s welcome and blessing. It’s a reminder that following Jesus is both deeply personal and deeply communal.

In short:
You’re not just saying yes to Jesus on your own.
You’re saying yes with the Church—past, present, and future.

A Note on Readiness

You don’t need to feel “certain” or “strong” to be confirmed or to reaffirm your faith. You do need to be willing—willing to turn toward God, to receive prayer, and to keep walking the way of Jesus with others.

If you’re wondering whether this moment might be for you, that wondering itself may be the invitation.

And if you’re not ready? That’s okay too. You’re welcome to remain where you are, listening and watching as God continues to work.

Still Curious?

If you’d like to talk, ask questions, or discern next steps, feel free to connect with one of the pastors.

Come as you are. Respond as you’re ready.