Confirmation Notes 2026

Vocabulary terms and definitions from the Q1 Confirmation Notes 2026 covering Baptism, Confirmation, Sacraments, and the Holy Spirit.

Benefits of Baptism

1. We become members of the Church; 2. It is a public proclamation that the child belongs to God; 3. We receive God’s grace.

Grace of God

God’s unconditional love and favor toward us.

Number of Godparents

Three godparents.

Baptismal Vows

1. Denney sin (forsake Satan and all his works); 2. Believe in God (and the Holy Scriptures); 3. Obey God’s commandments.

Confirmation

Completes the sacrament of Baptism; involves taking responsibility for faith, releasing godparents from responsibilities, affirming faith in Jesus Christ, being filled with the power of the Holy Spirit, and receiving the duties/privileges of communicant members.

Communicant Members

Full members of the Church who receive Holy Communion and voting rights.

Romans 8:14

Scriptural reference for the benefit of receiving the Holy Spirit: We become children of God.

John 14:15

Scriptural reference for the benefit of receiving the Holy Spirit: We love God and obey His commandments.

Acts 1:8

Scriptural reference for the benefit of receiving the Holy Spirit: We receive power to witness for Christ.

John 16:8

Scriptural reference for the benefit of receiving the Holy Spirit: We receive conviction concerning sin, righteousness, and judgment.

Sin

Deviating from God’s purpose and will.

Sin of Commission

Doing what should not be done.

Sin of Omission

Failing to do what is right.

Creeds

Nicene Creed and Apostles’ Creed.

Sacrament

An outward and visible sign of an inward grace given by God.

Holy Communion Signs and Gifts

Bread and wine are the outward and visible signs; healing is the inward gifts received.

Church Sacraments

The Church has Two sacraments: 1. Baptism and 2. Holy Communion.

Sacraments in Eastern and Catholic Churches

Seven sacraments.