The Bishop of Pittsburgh, the Rt. Rev. Ketlen Solak, made her annual visit to St. Michael’s on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
One of the bishop’s key duties is to confirm, receive, and reaffirm baptisms in her diocese, and on Sunday,
Bishop Solak did all three.
Members of our Faith Seeking Understanding class had been preparing for months for this moment through learning, prayer, and discussion.
Confirmation is for those who have been baptized to receive the laying on of hands from a bishop to publicly recognize and strengthen their faith.
Reception is for those who have been baptized and confirmed by a bishop in another Christian tradition, to fully welcome them into the Episcopal Church.
Reaffirmation of baptism is a chance for Episcopalians who have grown in their faith and knowledge of God to publicly recommit to their baptismal vows.
If you are new to St. Michael’s, think God may be calling you to any of these rites, or would simply like to learn more about the faith, our Faith Seeking Understanding class will begin again in October.
All are welcome!
