In the Church of England, confirmation marks the point in the Christian journey at which the participation in the life of God’s people begun at baptism is confirmed by the bishop by the laying on of hands. The candidates affirm for themselves the faith into which they have been baptised and their intention to live a life of responsible and committed discipleship. Through prayer and the laying on of hands by the confirming bishop, the Church also asks God to give them power through the Holy Spirit to enable them to live in this way.

Who can be confirmed?

• Anyone who has been baptised....
• AND who is old enough to answer responsibly for themselves...
• AND who has received appropriate preparation.