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Components of Confirmation Info Sheet
2026-2027 7th and 8th grade Confirmation Registration Form
9th Grade Confirmation Registration

Confirmation is at the heart of our Middle School youth ministry for students in 7th and 8th grades. It is the process by which our 7th and 8th graders prepare to affirm their baptisms and become adult members of the church. The four key components of the program are:

  • Active participation in weekly worship

  • Sunday morning small groups

  • Monthly “Family Group” meetings where small groups of families meet together for fun and faith formation

  • Monthly “Clergy Group” meetings where students meet with the pastors

We welcome all of our middle school students to participate, regardless of whether they have been part of our confirmation program in the past. Parents of 7th and 8th grade students will recieve an email from Pastor Kelsey. New students are always welcome to participate in confirmation and are welcome to join at any time during the program. If you are new to the congregation or didn’t receive the email, please contact Rev Kelsey Kresse, Pastor for Youth and College.

Upcoming Events

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9th Grade “Boot Camp” Kick O
Sep 13
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9th Grade “Boot Camp” Kick O
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Sundays from September 13 - October 19 from 10:05-10:45 a.m.

Ninth graders will start the year off on Sunday mornings with Pastor Kelsey getting ready for their confirmation service on Sunday, October 25. They will share breakfast, build relationships and talk about what it means to be confirmed. All current 9th graders are encouraged to attend, regardless of if they have previously participated in confirmation activities. Register for 9th grade Confirmation here. For more information, contact Pastor Kelsey, Associate Pastor for Youth and College-Age Ministry.

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Confirmation Small Group Launch (7th & 8th Grade) (Copy)
Sep 13
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Confirmation Small Group Launch (7th & 8th Grade) (Copy)
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Sunday, September 13 from 10:05-10:45 a.m.
Continuing Every Sunday

During the Sunday morning education time, confirmation students are in small groups learning about faith and life. All current 7th and 8th graders are encouraged to participate, regardless of if they have done confirmation previously. Register your student for Confirmation here. For more information, contact Pastor Kelsey, Associate Pastor for Youth and College Age Ministry.

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7th and 8th Grade Confirmation Kick-Off Picnic
Sep 13
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7th and 8th Grade Confirmation Kick-Off Picnic
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7th and 8th Grade Confirmation Kick-Off Picnic

September 13 5:00-7:00 p.m.

We are SO EXCITED to gather for our annual Confirmation Family Picnic and kick Off! We need your help! Please sign up for a helping slot and also sign up for what you are bringing to share! The church will provide hot dogs, hamburgers, and buns. Thank you and we'll see you on the 13th!

Sign up is here!

questions? email Pastor Kelsey at pastorkresse@abidingpresence.net

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2026 7th, 8th + 9th Grade Confirmation Retrea
Sep 20
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2026 7th, 8th + 9th Grade Confirmation Retrea
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September 20-21 2026

Mar Lu Ridge, Jefferson, MD

Join us at Mar-Lu-Ridge for our Confirmation Retreat. We’ll get started on Sunday morning at Mar-Lu-Ridge at 11:00a.m. for worship. Confirmand families are encouraged to worship with us and then join us for lunch in the dining hall. All family members MUST register for lunch here. After lunch, families will depart and Confirmands will continue overnight into Monday(FCPS is off for Rosh Hashanah). The retreat will finish up at 3:00 p.m. on Monday. We will gather for relationship building, scripture study, outdoor adventures, great meals and lots of fun! A packing list will go out to registered participants as we get closer to the retreat! If the cost is a barrier, reach out to Pastor Kelsey‍ . Scholarships are available.

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Confirmation Retreat Family Lunch
Sep 20
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Confirmation Retreat Family Lunch
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Confirmation Retreat Family Lunch

September 20th following 11:00 a.m. worship service

Join the Confirmands and their families for lunch following worship on Sunday September 20th at Mar-Lu-Ridge. No need to register the confirmation student but please register each family member staying for lunch separately.

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