With the start of the new school year, SMA turns its focus to a new school year of Christian Education for both children and adults. We call it “Formation” and have “Adult”, “Child” and “Youth Formation” programs. Part of this formation programming involves Confirmation lessons for both young and mature adults.
Confirmation is a mature public affirmation of faith and a commitment to the responsibilities of Baptism. According to our faith we believe that in the course of Christian development, those baptized at an early age are expected, when they are “ready and prepared”, to make a mature public affirmation of their faith and a commitment to the responsibilities of their Baptism. This affirmation and commitment is made in front of the bishop; during which, they receive a laying on of hands. Many young adults participate in Confirmation, but adults of any age are also encouraged to participate.
So how does one get “ready and prepared”? We have study materials and also provide mentors to help. The next Confirmation, in front of our new Bishop, will be scheduled for early next year. If you are interested, please notify Fr. John.
Join us on Sunday, September 11th for our First Annual Sundae Sunday to kick-off our Sunday school registration!
Sunday school registration will be held at Hoopes Court on Sunday, September 11th between and after services.
The North Elk Coffee House has just released it’s schedule and performer bios for their 20th Anniversary Season! To learn more, click here:
The Coudon family has graciously planned a parish-wide “Good Old-Fashioned Parish Picnic” at their family farm, on Saturday, September 10th at 2:00PM. Delicious picnic food, fun games, face painting, pony rides and even, an animal petting zoo will be part of the day’s festivities!
