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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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Back to School Blessing for Students and Teachers
Aug 23
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Back to School Blessing for Students and Teachers
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It’s Back to School and this calls for a celebration! Let’s prepare for the excitement of a new school year. This special Sunday will include blessings for:

  • Kindergartners starting school

  • Teachers, IAs, adminstrators, professors, counselors and all who work in preschools through universities

  • Students at all stages of their education

Blessings will take place at both the 9:00 & 10:30 a.m. services. You are welcome to bring your backpack to be blessed, if you would like. We will have backpack tags, stickers and other goodies to remind you of who and whose you are as you go back to school.

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9th Grade “Boot Camp” Kick Off
Sep 13
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9th Grade “Boot Camp” Kick Off
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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)
Sep 13
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Confirmation Small Group Launch (7th & 8th Grade)
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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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Youth Wednesday
Sep 16
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Youth Wednesday
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6th-12th graders are invited to join us for Youth Wednesdays at Abiding Presence.

5:30-6:30 p.m. Youth Music with Dr. Dave (6th-12th Grade)
No prior musical experience is required. You can sign-up and find more information here. If you have any questions, reach out to our Music Minister, Dr. Dave.

6:30-8:00 p.m. Youth Group with Pastor Kelsey (6th-12th Grade)
Youth can join Pastor Kelsey for devotions at 6:30 p.m. After have pizza for dinner and then split games or projects. We are asking for a suggested donation of $5/student to help cover the cost of the pizza. You can donate for the whole semester or one week at a time here.

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