*Inclement Weather Action*
**CoNFIRMATION CLASSES ON January 12th Have been Postponed**
*Due to the expected refreezing of roads overnight, we will hold one service tomorrow at 11 AM in the Sanctuary. This service will also be live-streamed for those who prefer to join us from home. All other services and activities have been canceled for the day. Please stay safe and make the decision that is best for your circumstances.*
Confirmation at Wesley Memorial
Dear Parents and Grandparents,
We are thrilled to have you and your young ones embark on an enriching journey of Confirmation at Wesley Memorial! This special program is designed to WELCOME our participating students into the life of our church community, while also nurturing their understanding of faith in Jesus. Confirmation is not just a rite of passage or a box to check off; it's an opportunity for your children to GROW SPIRITUALLY, engage with their peers, and deepen their relationship with God. Through this experience, they will explore their beliefs, ask questions, and build meaningful relationships within our loving church family. As we prepare for this exciting time, we want to ensure that you have all the information you need to support your child's journey. We believe that your involvement will make a significant difference in their experience, and we are here to guide you every step of the way! Please take a moment to download the Parent Information by clicking the button below. We can't wait to walk alongside you and your child in this transformative journey of faith!
Why Confirmation?
The purpose of Confirmation is to welcome young people into the life of the church while also helping them grow in their understanding of the Christian faith. It is the official church membership entry point for adolescents.
Confirmation at Wesley Memorial has historically been a one-year commitment from January to June of each year. 8th grade students have engaged with theology, classes and connection with adult mentors.
Starting in 2025, we will begin to integrate a three-year Confirmation experience for our students. The reason for this change is to provide a deeper and more substantive experience for students and their families. The goal of Confirmation and student ministry in general is discipleship: we want our students to be equipped to grow in their faith into their young adult years. A three-year experience provides us with that opportunity. So, what does this look like?
- If you have a current 6th grade student, they will begin Confirmation in January of 2025 and celebrate their Confirmation journey in May/early June of 2027.
- If you have a current 7th grade student, they will begin Confirmation in January of 2025 and celebrate their Confirmation journey in May/early June of 2026.
- If you have a current 8th grade student, they will begin Confirmation in January of 2025 and celebrate their Confirmation journey on June 8th, 2025.
Faith Mentors
During confirmation students will connect with a faith mentor. Faith mentors are adult members of Wesley Memorial who commit to consistently shepherd groups of 2-3 students during their Confirmation journey. They do so by their example, praying for their students, and facilitating discussions that are led by our staff teaching team. Faith mentors can have deeper relationships as families become more acclimated to Wesley Memorial. Our hope is not only to provide wisdom to our students, but truly make a meaningful connection with others in our church body.
If you are interested in becoming a Faith Mentor, contact us to find out more information. You will have an everlasting impact on these students!
Rev. Clark Chilton
336-812-4813
Chase Harris – Director of Student Ministries
336-812-4812
*Inclement Weather Updates*
In the event of inclement weather, we will prioritize the safety of you and your child and will cancel Confirmation Classes if significant snowfall, ice accumulation, or other hazardous conditions occur or are expected. Decisions regarding cancellations will be made by the Rev. Clark Chilton and the Director of Student Ministries, Chase Harris and communicated via the church website (wesleymemorial.org/confirmation) and an email will be sent Sunday at 8 AM. If Wesley Memorial church services (8:30am and 9:45am services) are cancelled Confirmation Classes will also be cancelled out of an abundance of caution. Make-up dates will be schedule in March in the event of a cancellation. If you are unsure about the weather conditions, please use your best judgment and we will be sure to get any missing materials to your child.
