Faith Stepping StonesHere at Buffalo UMC we celebrate the milestones of faith in a child’s life with their family and the congregation through our Faith Stepping Stones ministry. At eight stages we bring children before the congregation in worship to acknowledge their faith walk and bless their journey. Some of the blessings also include a class where parents and children learn together, and all include a gift to the child.
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BaptismBaptism class with the Pastor,
Sacrament of Baptism in worship Gift: Baptismal Candle with Certificate For a Baptism application CLICK HERE FIFTH GRADE –
HOLY COMMUNION Saturday morning class for parents and students
Students prepare and serve Holy Communion Blessing in worship Gift: $100 UM Camp Scholarship Celebrated in February or March |
Start of Sunday SchoolBlessing in worship
Gift: Preschool Story Bible Celebrated in September SEVENTH GRADE – BEGINNING CONFIRMATION
Confirmation class begins on Wednesday Nights
Every student is assigned a faith partner (adult mentor) Blessing in worship and slideshow Gift: Youth Bible Celebrated in September |
First grade - learning to praySunday morning class for parents and students
Blessing in worship Gift: My Little Book of Prayers Celebrated in January NINTH GRADE – CONFIRMATION
Students write & share a personal faith statement
Public affirmation of faith with membership vows Gift: Faith Jewelry & Certificate See Confirmation Tab Celebrated in September |
Third Grade - Your own bibleSunday morning class for parents and students,Blessing in worship
Gift: Adventure Bible Celebrated in November HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
Students share their future plans
with congregation Blessing in worship Gift: The Message Bible Celebrated in June |
