"Baptism"

Confirmation

Confirmation is the service in which those who are old enough to do so make for themselves the baptismal promises which were originally made on their behalf by their parents and godparents. Those who are willing to make such promises - involving a personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and the Christian way of life - would be expected to become part of the worshipping life of St Mary's. A Confirmation Service is always presided over by a bishop who will lay hands on the candidates praying for an indwelling of the Holy Spirit and the guidance of God in their future lives.

Children's confirmation

Children may be confirmed after their 12th birthday. If they are around the age of 10 they will join the Twyglet group which meets of Sunday evenings at 6.30pm. St Mary's runs a two-year preparation course leading to confirmation with the bishop.

Older teenagers

Older teenagers would join the Twyg group which meets on Sunday evenings at 7.30pm. Their preparation course would be shorter and arranged in discussion with the Vicar.

Adult confirmation

Adults who would like to be confirmed should contact the Vicar who runs adult confirmation courses from time to time. He will be pleased to assist you.