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Confirmation at Incarnation

 “You have accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord. Now keep on following him. Plant your roots in Christ and let him be the foundation for your life. Be strong in your faith, just as you were taught. And be grateful.”

—Colossians 2.6-7

Upcoming Events


May 21 Registration for 2008-2009 Confirmation 4 – 7 p.m.

Confirmation is for all students who will be in the 6th grade (Level 1), 7th grade (Level 2), or 8th grade (Level 3) during the 2008-2009 school year.  See below for full details.

May 21 Parent Meeting for Current Level 3 Students 7 p.m.

This is an important meeting for parents of students being confirmed in the fall because we will talk you through the faith statement/project process, have times available for the faith statement conversation with a staff member, and explain the different events that are part of the Three Part Celebration of Confirmation in October.  Parents only please!  The meeting will last about 45 minutes. Click here to view the dates and times for the fall.

June 27 Deadline for Level 3 Faith Statement Interviews

Current Level 3 students must complete their faith project and interview on or before June 27th if they plan to be confirmed in the fall.  Because time slots at the end of June fill up quickly, it is important to sign up early.  Sign up begins May 21st at the Level 3 Parent Meeting or contact the Incarnation Office at 651.484.7213. Click here to download the Faith Statement/Project Worksheet.

June 30 Deadline for Worship Bulletins & Reflection sheets

All expectations for the 2007-2008 Confirmation year must be completed by June 30th, including worship bulletins or reflection sheets, service hours, and memory work.  To check on your worship bulletin/reflection sheet count, contact Debbie Morse in the Incarnation Office (dmorse@incarnationmn.org).

Level 1 Memory Work/ Level 1 Expectations Tracking Sheet

Level 2 Memory Work/ Level 2 Expectations Tracking Sheet

Level 3 Memory Work/ Level 3 Expectations Tracking Sheet

 

2008-2009 Confirmation Registration

Confirmation is for all students who will be in 6th grade (Level 1), 7th grade (Level 2), or 8th grade (Level 3) during the 2008-2009 school year.

In order to register:

  • Read the 2008-2009 Confirmation Handbook.  This document explains how things work and what is expected of students and parents.  By registering for Confirmation you agree to these expectations and practices.
  • Download the Called to Serve Form and select one service opportunity for the student and one for the parent.
  • Download and have your student complete the All About Me form, which will be used in forming groups and to introduce your child to their guide.
  • If your child is currently registered for Sunday School, Logos, or Confirmation, the primary registration form will be preprinted for you at registration. If you are new to Incarnation, we will have blank forms available for you.

On May 21st, bring the following to registration:

  • Your child(ren) who will be registering. We will take a digital photo of them.  Even if we have a photo on file, it is important to take a new photo each year because at this age they change so much from year to year.  

  •  Your health card.
  • Any forms you have filled out in advance.
  •  Your checkbook or credit card for payment. By registering on May 21st, you will receive the early registration discount.

Mark your calendar now with the following important dates:

September 3                    Parent Meetings (Level 1 at 6:30 p.m. / Levels 2 & 3 at 7:30 p.m.)

September 14                  Level One “Making Connections” Retreat  (2 – 4 p.m.)

November 14-15               Level Two “Life Choices” Retreat (5:30 p.m. Friday to Noon

                                       Saturday)

January 31 – February 1    Level Three “I Believe” Retreat at Camp Wapo


2008 Three-fold Celebration of Confirmation

The following dates pertain to those students who have completed Level 3 confirmation and are planning to be confirmed in the fall:

            Sunday, October 12       Parent Presentation in Worship
(all services - bring   
                                                   confirmation robes)
 
            Monday, October 13      Celebration of Passage 
(confirmands to arrive at 6:45 p.m. -
                                                   wear confirmation robe)
 
            Saturday, October 25    Rehearsal for Service of Confirmation & Group Photo 

                                                   (10:00 a.m. - wear robe)
            Sunday, October 26       Service of Confirmation  (1:30 p.m. for Session 1 / 3:30 p.m. for
                                                   Session 2 / all confirmands to wear robes)

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For more information about Confirmation opportunities or to register, contact Shawna Berg, Debbie Morse, or Pastor Jeanne Markquart at 651-484-7213.