Confirmation class begins February 1, 2026 for all 9th and 10th graders who want to explore their faith and deepen their relationship with God. Classes will mostly take place on Sundays from 11:45am to 12:45pm unless otherwise indicated.

Here is a schedule of classes and events. Some of the topics are tentative and may be subject to change.

Sunday, Feb. 1 – First class: Introduction to The Church in Aurora, Our Purpose, What We Believe, Our Commitment, and expectations. Pastor Katie will be teaching this class.

Friday, Feb. 6 – Interfaith youth service at 6:15pm at Temple Israel

Sunday, Feb. 8 – Led by Corey Houlahan. Overview of the Bible, different versions of the Bible, Old and New Testament, the books/chapters/verses of the Bible.

Sunday, Feb. 15 – Led by Pastor Katie. The Gospels: How are they the same? How do they differ?

Wednesday, Feb. 18 – Ash Wednesday, attend 7pm service

Sunday, Feb. 22 – Led by Corey Houlahan. Where do my beliefs come from and how do I know they are legitimate?

Sunday, March 1st – Tetelestai at the United Methodist Church of Macedonia. Tetelestai is a way to prepare for the joy of Easter by remembering the ultimate sacrifice of Christ’s Passion. Show starts at 2:00pm, meet at church at 1:00 and back to church around 5:00.

Sunday, March 8th – Led by Corey Houlahan. What do I believe? How do my beliefs affect how I live my life?

Sunday, March 15th – RePlay Service Project 1-3pm at the church. Limited space available so you must pre-register here.

Sunday, March 22nd – Spring break, no class

Sunday, March 29th – Led by Pastor Derek.

Sunday, April 5th – Easter, attend one of the services

Sunday, April 12th – Led by Jen Lynagh and Brooke Anderson.

Sunday, April 19th – Led by Corey Houlahan. Attend Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help 11am-12pm.

Sunday, April 26th – Led by Pastor Katie. Sacraments; What is Communion?; Why do we practice Communion?

Sunday, May 3rd – Led by Corey Houlahan. Follow up to Communion discussion, attend either service for Communion Sunday.

Sunday, May 10th – Mother’s Day, no class

Sunday, May 17th – Confirmation ceremony during the 10:30am service.

Questions about Confirmation? Email Corey at choulahan@thechurchinaurora.org.