The Meaning of Membership in the United Methodist Church
(excerpts from UMC Book of Discipline para 216)

"Christ constitutes the church as his body by the power of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:13, 27). The church draws new people into itself as it seeks to remain faithful to its commission to proclaim and exemplify the gospel. Baptism is the sacrament of initiation and incorporation into the body of Christ. After baptism, the church provides the nurture that makes possible a comprehensive and life-long process of growing in grace. Becoming a professing member requires the answer of faith of the baptized person made visible in a service of profession of Christian faith and confirmation using the vows of the Baptismal Covenant. "

"Baptized infants and children are to be instructed and nurtured in the meaning of the faith, the rights and responsibilities of their baptism, and spiritual and moral formation using materials approved by The United Methodist Church. Using the services of the Baptismal Covenant, youth will profess their faith, commit themselves to a life of discipleship, and be confirmed. Confirmation is both a human act of commitment and the gracious action of the Holy Spirit strengthening and empowering discipleship. "

Pastor Gayla conducts Confirmation Classes to prepare youth for confirmation as a Professing Member of the church.  If your child is of age for these classes (completed or is completing the 6th grade), please contact Pastor Gayla at (913) 882-6735 or email her at pastor@edgertonumc.org.