Confirmation

March 5-7, 2027

camp chestnut ridge

Additional Dates:

Parent and Youth Info Session: TBD

Family Worship Service: TBD

Confirmation Rehearsal: April 30th

Confirmation Sunday: May 2nd, 10:00 AM Joint Service in Sanctuary

Confirmation Celebration: May 2nd, following worship in Kerr Hall

Every spring our ministry holds a Confirmation Class where students get to learn the basics of the faith and answer this question: Do I want to be a part of this?

If you are in 8th grade or older and have never gone through Confirmation Class before, fill out this registration form to be a part of this incredible experience. 

Each year we hold a Confirmation Retreat where the students will be expected to attend the entire event from Friday afternoon until Sunday midday. Students will spend time with our pastors, directors, church mentors, local leaders and have access to the fullness of Edenton Street UMC. In addition to the retreat, we will also have a pre and post retreat assignments to make sure we are packing the most out of this one weekend! We also provide optional opportunities for students to further their learning with projects and check-in points after the retreat for those interested.

Register Here

Registration for 2027 coming soon!

 FAQs

  • Confirmation is for students in 8th grade or above who are interested in learning more about their faith and are interested in committing to a life of faith.

  • Confirmation Retreat is a weekend retreat, starting on Friday afternoon and ending on Sunday afternoon. Please click here template schedule for this retreat.

    During the Confirmation Retreat, we invite families to come join us at Camp Chestnut Ridge! At 9:30 we will have coffee and pastries to enjoy. At 10 am our students will help lead worship that they have planned during the retreat itself, which will conclude with some family mentor group time. After this time, students will ride home with their families. 

  • The student registration fee for Confirmation Retreat is $200. If you are in need of financial assistance, please indicate that on your registration form and someone will be in touch. Or contact Rush or Lucy, and we can discuss options. We never want the cost of a trip to deter a student from joining us, so please let us know how we can assist you.

  • Confirmation Retreat is at Camp Chestnut Ridge! Students will stay in air-conditioned/heated cabins with peers of the same gender. Each cabin has bunk beds and their own bathrooms. Each cabin will have adult supervision from our small group leaders.

  • Click here for the packing list!

  • Meals at Camp Chestnut Ridge are served buffet style. Meals are fairly kid-friendly. Meals often come with a salad bar options. Dietary restrictions can be listed on the registration and will be given to camp in advance.

  • We travel to Camp Chestnut Ridge on the mini bus! Students and leaders together will be on the bus. If additional transportation is needed, vans and cars driven by parents, small group leaders, or staff will be added.

  • The Confirmation Retreat curriculum focuses on what it means to live like Christ. Throughout the weekend, students will explore the aspects of Methodism including discipleship, missions, and worship. Students will still spend time with our pastors, directors, church mentors, local leaders and have access to the fullness of Edenton Street UMC.

  • The eStreet Youth staff along with the 8th grade small group leaders will be consistent leaders on the retreat. Small group leaders are background checked adults who mentor youth year round at youth group on Sunday nights. Additional church volunteers may help as needed. Church pastors, staff, and lay leaders will provide leadership throughout the weekend as we learn what it means to be Christ-like.

  • Confirmation Sunday is the first Sunday in May. On Confirmation Sunday, students will confirm their faith in front of the Edenton Street congregation and will make promises to the God, the church, and themselves. The Friday before, eStreet Youth staff will host a rehearsal so students know what to do the day of. After the service, our church community will have a potluck to celebrate our newest members!