Confirmation at Christ Church
Our inspiring and educational Confirmation program prepares 8th grade students for the rite of Confirmation, a liturgy in which baptized Christians affirm their faith and make a mature, public commitment to a life in Christ. Open to all Christian denominations. 16 classes include community service, fun activities, and conversations about faith in a safe, inclusive atmosphere, where questions are not only accepted, but encouraged.
On June 7, 2025, candidates for Confirmation will come before the Bishop to renew the promises that parents and godparents made on their behalf at their baptism.
OVERVIEW AND CURRICULUM
The goal of our Confirmation program is to deepen faith and be present with students as they progress on their journey toward spiritual maturity. The course will cover some basic elements of our common life in the church: the sacraments (with a special focus on Baptism and Holy Communion), the Bible, The Book of Common Prayer and the Anglican/Episcopal tradition, as well as an emphasis on Christian life within the church and in the world. Students are also required to complete a number of service hours within Christ Church Greenwich ministries.
The cost for the 2024-25 Confirmation program year is $250 per student and is due at the time of registration. Scholarships are available.
Confirmation Class and Event Schedule 2024-25
Classes are on Sundays 11:15 am - 12:15 pm in the Youth Room unless otherwise noted.
September 15
Confirmation Orientation (with parents, in the Chapel)
11:15 am -12:15 pm
September 21
Confirmation Retreat 9 am - 1 pm
September 22, 29
Confirmation Class
October 6 - Youth Sunday
October 20
Confirmation Class
November 3
Confirmation Class
November 10
Packathon Community Service Day (Parish Hall)
November 17
Serving at the Harvest Dinner (Parish Hall)
December 8
Confirmation Class
January 12
Confirmation Class
February 2
Confirmation Class
March 2
Tentative Service Opportunity
March 30
Confirmation Class
April 27
Confirmation Class
May 4, 18
Confirmation Class
June 1
Confirmation Class
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 10 am
Confirmation service
Parent luncheon date TBA
Co-Leaders:
Josh Barton, Director of Youth Ministry
Rev. Tim Hamlin, Asst. Rector for Congregational Life