Catechumenate & Confirmation
A Path to Deeper Commitment in the Anglican Way
The Catechumenate at Saint Paul’s Anglican Church is a period of intentional instruction and spiritual formation for those seeking to be confirmed, received into the Church, or to deepen their understanding of the Christian faith.
Rooted in the ancient practice of preparing converts for baptism and full communion, our confirmation class is open to youth and adults who wish to publicly profess their faith, renew their baptismal vows, and be confirmed by the laying on of hands by the bishop.
This is more than a class—it is a journey of discipleship, rooted in Scripture, grounded in the Anglican tradition, and directed toward a life of mature faith.
Topics Covered
- The Apostles’ Creed – What Christians believe
- The Lord’s Prayer – How Christians pray
- The Ten Commandments – How Christians live
- The Anglican Way – Liturgy, sacraments, and the Church’s order
- Church History & the Reformation – Understanding our roots
- The 39 Articles of Religion – Our doctrinal foundation
- The Book of Common Prayer – Worship and daily devotion
- Life in the Parish – Fellowship, service, and vocation
Who Should Attend?
- Adults or teens preparing for Confirmation
- Baptized Christians seeking to be Received into the Reformed Episcopal Church
- Inquirers exploring the Anglican tradition
- Members seeking to renew or deepen their faith
“Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost.”
— Acts 8:17 (KJV)
Schedule
📅 Classes are typically offered once or twice per year in the weeks leading up to a scheduled episcopal visit.
🕰 Taught on Sunday mornings or weeknights, depending on availability.
Confirmation by the Bishop
Upon completion, candidates are confirmed by the laying on of hands during a Sunday Eucharist by Bishop Ray Sutton, or one of his assistant bishops of the Reformed Episcopal Church, Diocese of Mid-America. This sacramental act marks one’s full membership in the Anglican Church.
Register or Learn More
To sign up or learn more about the catechumenate and upcoming classes, please contact the Rector.
Come and be rooted, instructed, and confirmed in the faith once delivered to the saints.