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!

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. 

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!

Harrison Hart - Director of Student Ministries

hhart@wesleymemorial.org 

336-812-4812

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 Harrison 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.