After the Gospel, the Reader says
The Gospel of the Lord. | |
People | Praise to you, Lord Christ. |
The Sermon
Presentation and Examination
of the Candidates
The Bishop says
The Candidate(s) will now be presented.
Presenters | I present these persons for Confirmation. |
or | I present these persons to be received into this Communion. |
or | I present these persons who desire to reaffirm their baptismal vows. |
The Bishop asks the candidates
Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil?
CandidateI do.
Bishop
Do you renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?
Candidate
I do, and with God’s grace I will follow him as my Savior and Lord.
Confirmation415