Bethel Confirmation Class 2026-2027

Confirmation class is a time of instruction (normally 2 years) where a young adult learns what it means to be an adult member of God’s church and understanding the gifts of God that were given to them in baptism. It is a time to grow closer to God by:

  • Actively participating in the worship life of Bethel

  • Learning about the history and the meaning of the Lord’s Prayer, the Apostle’s Creed, and the Ten Commandments

  • Learning and understanding the promises and benefits given in the Sacraments (baptism and communion)

  • Becoming more familiar with God’s story through the Old and New Testament 

  • Deepening their relationship with Jesus Christ

These goals will be accomplished by:

  • Weekly Bible lessons and catechism lessons

  • Monthly large group meetings

  • Being responsible for Scripture & Prayer (one time)

  • Attending a confirmation retreat at Inspiration Point Bible Camp (March 5-7)

  • Opportunities to serve others through service projects

  • Sermon notes (15 per year (September-May)

  • Memorizing God’s word

  • Keeping a regular prayer journal

The primary books used for confirmation class are the Bible and Luther’s Small Catechism. The Small Catechism is a book of questions and answers that attempts to provide a clear setting of what is taught in the Bible.

Confirmation is an important part of a faith journey. It is not a graduation. It is an important step along the way as a baptized child of God learns more about their faith. At the end a public personal confession that this faith is their faith. A faith in Jesus Christ.

Luther’s Small Catechism was originally written and intended to be used in the home to teach the family the Christian faith and life. At Bethel we are bringing Confirmation instruction back into the home. The parents will be the primary teacher of their child(ren) with guidance from the pastor. Once a month all students and parents will meet together for a time of fellowship and review of the previous month’s lessons.

What do you need?

  • A Bible

  • A copy of the “Explanation of Luther’s Small Catechism” (red book)

  • Prayer Journal

  • A 3-ring binder

  • Pen/pencil