Adventures in Faith Begins Sept. 17th

Starting September 17, we will begin a new series of small groups to enable us to learn, develop relationships, and grow in our faith. We will meet for six weeks on Thursday evenings. We will have a light supper available at 6 p.m. to make it easier for people coming from work. At 6:30, we will share a common devotion and prayer time. Then, from 6:45-8 p.m., you can choose to participate in one small group faith adventure for your personal growth.

Choose one of these small groups:

• Basic Bible
• Adult Confirmation/New Member Class
• Enough – Living Simply in a complex world

You will find a sign-up board in the sanctuary, so please let us know where your interests lie so that we can have the appropriate study guides for you. Or you can email a pastor or call the church office at 772-9214. Child care will be provided.

Invitation to Confirmation!

Many of us were baptized as babies. As part of the service, our parents made public professions of faith on our behalf. As young persons reaching the age of accountability, we are ready to take more responsibility for our own faith. Confirmation is a call to discipleship, a call to claim the name “Christian” for ourselves. It may also involve the Sacrament of Baptism for those who have yet to receive it.

Those persons currently enrolled in seventh through ninth grade (though those parameters are flexible) are invited to begin this Confirmation journey together. Through a series of 8 mid-week gatherings and some field trip experiences (yeah-Road Trip!), we will explore the Christian faith, United Methodism, and our own church, Lafayette Park UMC. We will foster our faith through sharing and learning together, the practice of spiritual disciplines, and participating in the wider community of faith.

If you are interested in taking the Confirmation journey this year, contact Pastor Sharon at 566-0332 or lpassociate@sbcglobal.net. We will begin in January.

Reference: United Methodist Church, Confirmation Overview