After all have been presented, the Bishop addresses the congregation, saying
Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ?
People We will.
The Bishop then says these or similar words
Let us join with those who are committing themselves to Christ and renew our own baptismal covenant.
The Baptismal Covenant
Bishop | Do you believe in God the Father? |
People | I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. |
Bishop | Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? |
People | I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. |
Bishop | Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? |
People | I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, |
416Confirmation