Witnessing Our Son’s confirmation day By the Archbishop His Grace Rt.Rev.Paul Ssemogerere @mugwanya

Описание: Confirmation is a significant event in a child's life, typically occurring in schools with a religious affiliation or tradition. Here's what confirmation means to children in schools:

Age: Usually around 11-14 years old, depending on the denomination or tradition.

Purpose:

1. Public declaration: Confirmation is a public declaration of a child's commitment to their faith, affirming their baptismal vows.
2. Spiritual growth: It marks a significant step in their spiritual journey, acknowledging their growth and maturity.
3. Church membership: In some traditions, confirmation is a requirement for full membership in the church.

Preparation:

1. Classes or lessons: Children typically attend special classes or lessons to prepare them for confirmation.
2. Study and reflection: They learn about their faith, its teachings, and its significance.

Ceremony:

1. Ritual or sacrament: The confirmation ceremony is a meaningful ritual or sacrament, often involving:
Prayer and worship
Laying on of hands
Anointing with oil
Reception of a confirmation name (in some traditions)
2. Celebration: The ceremony is often followed by a celebration with family, friends, and the school community.

Significance to children:

1. Sense of belonging: Confirmation strengthens their connection to their faith community.
2. Personal commitment: It encourages them to take ownership of their faith and spiritual growth.
3. Rite of passage: Confirmation is a significant milestone, marking their transition from childhood to adolescence.

Overall, confirmation is a meaningful event that encourages children to deepen their faith, connect with their community, and grow spiritually.

Ofcourse as we the Mukiibis were over joyed because our son Killian Mukiibi was among the celebrants that took this step of Faith and all the other celebrants at Mugwanya Preparatory school Kabojja.

His Grace Rt Rev Paul Semogerere graced this celebrations with all the parents, King Mothers and all the Teachers and God truly blessed this day.

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