In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to the praise of his glory.
- Ephesians 1:13-14
In the course of their Christian development, those baptized at an early age are expected, when they are ready and have been duly prepared, to make a mature public affirmation of their faith and commitment to the responsibilities of their Baptism and to receive the laying on of hands by the bishop.
Those baptized as adults, unless baptized with laying on of hands by a bishop, are also expected to make a public affirmation of their faith and commitment to the responsibilities of their Baptism in the presence of a bishop and to receive the laying on of hands.
When there is no Baptism, the rites of Confirmation, Reception, and the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows are administered in the following form.
If desired, the hymn Gloria in excelsis may be sung immediately after the opening versicles and before the salutation “The Lord be with you.”
The Nicene Creed is not used at this service.
It is appropriate that the oblations of bread and wine be presented by persons newly confirmed.
What is Holy Confirmation?
When are Confirmation classes held?
Who needs to attend Confirmation classes?
Is regular worship attendance required for Confirmation candidates?
What does the Confirmation class involve?
Is Confirmation just for learning about faith?
How do I join the next Confirmation group?
What is the significance of the Bishop's role in Confirmation?
Is Confirmation a one-time event?
Can adults be confirmed?
