Confirmation | Bethany Lutheran Church and School

*If you are interested in this 3 year program please contact Kayleigh Lopez - Minister of Youth at , 562-421-4711, ext. 18, or Kayleigh's cell (309) 397-6583

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Bethany Lutheran Church offers a three year Confirmation program to all 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th graders. We believe that Confirmation plays a vital role in the lives of our youth and families. It helps to promote spiritual formation and cultivates peer-to-peer and multi-generational faith connections.

This multiple year program is all-inclusive in its teachings. Your child(ren) will learn about the absolute truth of Scripture, Lutheran Theology and Doctrine, and how to actively live in the faith given to them through the power of the Holy Spirit. We cannot stress enough the importance of participating in all aspects of this program. We feel this Confirmation program is an integral component in the partnership between church and home in the faith formation of your child(ren).

If you are interested in enrolling your youth in our Confirmation program or have any further questions, please contact Kayleigh Lopez, Minister of Youth.

Confirmation Retreat Registration

*Registration deadline is November 9th!*

Life moves fast - school, sports, homework, repeat. It's easy to get caught up in doing and forget the gift of simply being. This year's Confirmation Retreat invites students to slow down, take a deep breath, and rediscover what it means to be with God, be with others, and be still. Through worship, reflection, laughter, and time in the mountains, we'll explore how Jesus calls us to rest, listen, and live fully in His presence. Come away with us for a weekend of peace, purpose, and connection - no rush, no schedule overload...just being.

When... November 14-16, 2025
Where... Camp Cedar Lake, Big Bear CA
Cost... $150 per participant

*Registration Open until November 9th (by midnight). Click on the button below to register.*

Register for Confirmation Retreat 2025

Important Confirmation dates:

*If dates change or are cancelled, Confirmation families will be notified as soon as possible.

Our 2025-2026 Dates:

Confirmation Class is on Wednesday evenings beginning October 1st from 6:30-8:00PM. Below are the trimester dates as well as other important dates to have on your calendars. Questions? Contact Kayleigh Lopez, DCE & Minister of Youth.

Trimester 1 - October 1, 2025 to November 19, 2025
Confirmation Retreat - Location at Camp Cedar Lake - Friday, November 14-16, 2025 *Registration is now open. See information above!
Family Service Day - Operation Christmas Child in November (date is TBD)

Trimester 2 - January 7, 2026 to February 11, 2026
Communion Camp - Saturday, February 28 from 8:30 to 11:30AM
Communion Camp Wrap-up - Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 5:00-6:45PM

Trimester 3 - April 15, 2026 to May 20, 2026
Confirmation Practice - Saturday, April 11 at 9:30AM
Confirmation Family Breakfast - Sunday, April 12 at 8:30AM in the Youth Room
Confirmation Sunday - Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 9:30AM

prayer & Praise Worship dates during Confirmation:

*If dates change or are cancelled, Confirmation families will be notified as soon as possible.

*A new addition to our Confirmation Program - and it's open to everyone! Once a month, on the 3rd Wednesday, our middle school and high school youth gather for an unforgettable night of worship, community, and fun. Picture the gym filled with energy as we:

Sing praise songs
Hear a message that connect faith to real life
Break out into small groups for deeper discussion
Lift each other up in prayer

Add food, friends and a chance to grow in faith and you've got Prayer & Praise!

Parent Involvement - Snacks & Event Help: each Prayer & Praise night includes food and fellowship! Parents are encouraged to sign up to help provide snacks and serve at the event. Sign up HERE!

Upcoming Prayer & Praise (6:30-8:00PM in the Gym) dates:

2025 dates - October 15, November 19, & December 17
2026 dates - January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, & June 17

CONFIRMATION - PRAYER RESOURCE:

Volunteers needed! Boys and girls in the 4th through 12th grades, who are members of Bethany Lutheran Church or non-members who participate in one of Bethany's education programs (e.g. Kid's Bible Discovery, Christian Day School, or Confirmation classes) are eligible to participate.

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