Walking into Wells Cathedral, it's impossible to miss the majesty of the light steaming through the upper windows onto the cross. Thankfully the Met Office hadn't correctly forecast that days weather and instead, we were provided with glorious sunshine. We were there for one very importance reason, to watch and support a beloved member of our congregation, Jo being Confirmed. With a total number of around 80 candidates, the Cathedral was full with supporters and members of the Anglican community including the three bishops required to perform the task.

Confirmation is a very personal yet deeply important part of the Christian journey requiring verbal commitments to be made. Watching Jo return to her seat, the impact of this moment was evident to see and is an experience which will remain with her long after the ceremony. To witness another undertaking this step is humbling and uplifting, and really brings home that we are all one in Christ.

Jo had an added and unexpected part to play as well in reading the prayers. Luckily,  she does this regularly and naturally stepped into the pulpit with ease. After the event, we gathered out the front of the Cathedral where all the candidates came together with Bishop Michael for an amazing group photo. While some found their loved one or group, others reconnected with those they hadn't seen in a while. 

On a special day such as that, the love we have for one another as fellow Christians is plain to see. For Jo, knowing we were witnessing her confirmation was immensely touching, and is eager to see where she will be called next in her own journey.

For anyone interest in Baptism or Confirmation, speak to your local church or  visit the Church of England website.