CONFIRMATION
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Confirmation is often regarded as a sort of rite of passage for a young person, but in fact, it is a very significant time when they confirm for themselves the promises that were made for them on their behalf at baptism. It is a very joyful occasion when someone is welcomed into the church family in this way.
Last night was indeed a very happy celebration, when four of our young people were confirmed in St Barnabas' Chapel by our regular-visiting Bishop, Rob Forsyth. Three of the confirmees were actually great-nephews of Bernies, and was he proud as they made their promises and affirmations loudly and clearly.
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The confirmees get some last-minute instructions from Chaplain Rod and Bishop Rob
After the service, we moved over to the Parish Centre for what was called a "pot-luck" supper. Well, our luck was really in, because the food was just amazing, and there was plenty of it. About 60 of us, young and old, really enjoyed a very special church family occasion.
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James, Nathan, Stephen and Jessica cut their special cake, with the Chaplain and the Bishop watching on.
Kik and Uncle Tom are obviously enjoying the "wetls" (food)
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