Preparation for Confirmation and Reception into the Church
In confirmation, young people or adults reaffirm the vows made at their Baptism and they receive the laying on of hands by the Bishop, confirming God's gift of the Holy Spirit and recognizing a mature commitment to the faith of the Church.
Those who come to Saint Mark's from other Christian denominations, and who have already been baptized and confirmed, may wish to be received into the Episcopal Church and welcomed by the Bishop.
Each year the clergy organize a series of discussions to prepare candidates for Confirmation or Reception into the Church. The discussion generally covers topics ranging from how we read the Bible to church history to talking about the personal histories of those participating in the group.
Our spring confirmation class is beginning soon! Come and See: Exploring the Meaning of Membership at Saint Mark's Church will begin at 1:00 p.m. in the Library on Sunday, January 29. Meetings will continue through the month of April. To find out more or if you have any questions, please contact Mtr. Erika Takacs at etakacs@saintmarksphiladelphia.org.