Ever wonder about the big questions in life? Like, who is God? What do I actually believe? How can I make a difference? If you're nodding along, then Confirmation Pathfinders might just be the journey you're looking for!
Confirmation Pathfinders isn't just another Sunday School class. It's your chance to explore your faith, hang out with awesome people, ask all your questions (no, seriously, all of them!), and figure out what being a follower of Jesus looks like in your life. Get ready to grow, to be challenged (in a good way!), and to discover some amazing things about yourself and God.
Here’s a sneak peek at what your Confirmation Pathfinders journey will look like:
Celebrate & Lead: Worship That Rocks!
Get ready to be celebrated! We kick off Confirmation Pathfinders by recognizing you in worship. Later on, you and the crew will actually get to plan and lead parts of a church service. And the Confirmation ceremony itself? It’s a huge, meaningful celebration in worship where the whole church cheers you on!
Big Questions, Cool Discoveries: Unlock Your Faith!
Dive deep into the stuff that matters! We’ll explore where our church came from, what we believe as United Methodists, and how we live life together. Think of it as getting the inside scoop on your faith, finding answers to your questions, and figuring out your own unique calling.
Find Your People: Faith, Friends & Fun!
You’re not on this journey alone! You'll be part of a small Mentor Group to chat, share, and grow with. Plus, get ready for an awesome retreat to build friendships and have some super exciting experiences. And guess what? Your family gets to be part of this faith journey with you at home too (your parents get their own homework)!
Make a Difference: Your Faith in Action!
Roll up your sleeves and let’s change the world, one act of kindness and service at a time! You’ll get hands-on experience serving our neighbors through our church's Food & Friendship projects and Migrant Ministries. It’s all about putting your faith into action and showing God's love in real, tangible ways.
YOUR PATHFINDER MAP
So, what does this epic faith journey actually involve? To make Confirmation Pathfinders an amazing experience where you can really grow, here’s what you’ll be part of:
Confirmation Pathfinders Blessing (Your Official Welcome): Get a special shout-out during our 10:30 AM worship service on Sunday, September 7, 2025!
Confirmation Pathfinders Kick-Off (The Journey Begins Party): Right after worship on Sunday, September 7, 2025 (around 11:30 AM), we’ll have a big Kick-Off bash for all pathfinders, your parents/guardians, and your amazing mentors!
Regular Discovery Sessions: Join us for 22 Confirmation lessons spread throughout the year. These are packed with cool discussions and activities, so we don’t want you to miss more than 4 – you won’t want to miss out!
Your Mentor Group Meetups: You’ll connect with your Mentor Group for at least 12 awesome sessions during the year. Your group gets to decide the best times and places to meet up – maybe even more often if you’re all for it!
Be Part of the Sunday Experience: Worship is where our church community really gets connected to each other and to God. Hanging out with us on Sunday mornings is key to feeling connected. (No strict attendance checks, but being around more often than not helps everyone. If you find you’re missing a lot, we’ll just have a chat to make sure everything’s cool and see how we can help.)
Serve Our City, Together! With your Mentor Group, you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make a real difference by helping out at least once with CHUMC's Food & Friendship Ministries AND our Migrant Ministries.
Epic Confirmation Retreat: Get ready for an unforgettable overnight adventure! This awesome retreat runs from a Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, packed with fun, friendship, and faith explorations with your fellow pathfinders and mentors. (Exact date coming soon!)
Take the Lead in Worship: You and your Confirmation Pathfinders crew will get the incredible opportunity to plan and lead a whole CHUMC worship service sometime before May 17, 2026!
The Big Day – Confirmation Sunday! Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 17, 2026. This is a special celebration for everyone in the Confirmation program, whether you decide to officially be confirmed or not. It's a day to celebrate all you've learned and experienced!
Your Pathfinders Pact!
To show you’re all in for this journey of fun, discovery, and growth, you’ll sign a special “Confirmation Pathfinders Covenant ” (think of it as your pact between your crew, the church, and yourself!) at our big Kick-Off party on September 7th.