AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM/CONFIRMATION
2011-2012
OUR PURPOSE AND MISSION
- To support parents in their role as primary faith educators in the development of their children.
- To support our members as they strive to mature in their faith, grow in their understanding of the promises God made to them in their baptism and strengthen their commitment to live as children of God.
- To offer our members an opportunity to be a part of a community of believers who are encouraged to live out their faith in lives of service.
OUR VISION
Is for the young people and adults involved in AOB to develop a relationship with Christ and with each other. Through those relationships, individuals will grow in their understanding of God’s boundless love and grace for each of them.
OBJECTIVE
To provide instruction in the Christian Faith through:
- The study of the Holy Scriptures
- The study of Lutheran Doctrine and Luther’s Small Catechism
- Participation in a small group study with an adult guide
- Participation in music and drama
- Participation in service projects, both in our church home and throughout the community
CONTACT INFORMATION
Ellie Schmidtke, Associate in Ministry, Director of Family Ministries - cedellie@yahoo.com or 262-251-2740 ext. 231
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
The Affirmation of Baptism ministry is for seventh and eighth grade students. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 until 8:30pm, September through the end of April. Each student is placed in a small group that meets together for the entire two years. All students and guides meet in the sanctuary promptly at 7:00pm for a large group presentation taught by Holy Cross staff. Punctuality is important! The large group presentation includes Bible study, prayer, Martin Luther’s Small Catechism, music, a movie clip, a skit or a review game. The curriculum encourages student participation. The large group presentation lasts approximately 60 minutes. The remainder of the time is spent with students meeting in small groups with their guide. The small group then reviews the material that was presented in the large group. The small group is encouraged to share each member’s high and low for the week and to pray for each other.
DATE OF THE AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM SERVICE FOR EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS
The AOB services will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 12:30pm and 3:00pm. The class will be divided by small groups with approximately 25-30 students at each service time. This allows for space in the sanctuary so that students, parents, grandparents, Godparents, friends, etc., may enjoy the service. The students will have opportunities in leading the AOB worship service.
There will be a rehearsal for the Affirmation of Baptism services on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 8:00 to 10:00am. This rehearsal is mandatory for both students and parents. A professional photograph will be taken of the AOB class at 8:00am.
AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM/CONFIRMATION
2011-2012
OUR PURPOSE AND MISSION
- To support parents in their role as primary faith educators in the development of their children.
- To support our members as they strive to mature in their faith, grow in their understanding of the promises God made to them in their baptism and strengthen their commitment to live as children of God.
- To offer our members an opportunity to be a part of a community of believers who are encouraged to live out their faith in lives of service.
OUR VISION
Is for the young people and adults involved in AOB to develop a relationship with Christ and with each other. Through those relationships, individuals will grow in their understanding of God’s boundless love and grace for each of them.
OBJECTIVE
To provide instruction in the Christian Faith through:
- The study of the Holy Scriptures
- The study of Lutheran Doctrine and Luther’s Small Catechism
- Participation in a small group study with an adult guide
- Participation in music and drama
- Participation in service projects, both in our church home and throughout the community
CONTACT INFORMATION
Ellie Schmidtke, Associate in Ministry, Director of Family Ministries - cedellie@yahoo.com or 262-251-2740 ext. 231
WEDNESDAY CLASSES
The Affirmation of Baptism ministry is for seventh and eighth grade students. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 until 8:30pm, September through the end of April. Each student is placed in a small group that meets together for the entire two years. All students and guides meet in the sanctuary promptly at 7:00pm for a large group presentation taught by Holy Cross staff. Punctuality is important! The large group presentation includes Bible study, prayer, Martin Luther’s Small Catechism, music, a movie clip, a skit or a review game. The curriculum encourages student participation. The large group presentation lasts approximately 60 minutes. The remainder of the time is spent with students meeting in small groups with their guide. The small group then reviews the material that was presented in the large group. The small group is encouraged to share each member’s high and low for the week and to pray for each other.
DATE OF THE AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM SERVICE FOR EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS
The AOB services will be held on Sunday, April 29, 2012 at 12:30pm and 3:00pm. The class will be divided by small groups with approximately 25-30 students at each service time. This allows for space in the sanctuary so that students, parents, grandparents, Godparents, friends, etc., may enjoy the service. The students will have opportunities in leading the AOB worship service.
There will be a rehearsal for the Affirmation of Baptism services on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 8:00 to 10:00am. This rehearsal is mandatory for both students and parents. A professional photograph will be taken of the AOB class at 8:00am.