Confirmation

Confirmation marks an important transition and gives young people the opportunity to explore their faith, community, and their own values. Ishavskatedralen welcomes all future confirmation candidates and their families to a meaningful and educational confirmation year.

There will also be an offer of a Sami confirmation service, common to Sami-speaking confirmands in Tromsø. This will be on Saturday, May 15th at 11:00 AM in Elverhøy Church . 

Confirmation dates 2027

In 2027, confirmations will be held in Tromsdalen Church on the following dates:

• Saturday, May 22
• Sunday, May 23
• Saturday, May 29

Registration

Registration is done digitally here .

Contact information

For further information or questions, contact catechist Cathrine Kjeldsberg at e-mail:CK489@kirken.no

A closed Facebook group has been created with the name " 2027 Confirmation Parents in the Arctic Cathedral ", which confirmation parents/guardians (and only these!) are encouraged to join.

What does confirmation mean?

Confirmation is more than a solemn celebration; it is a time for reflection, growth and learning. Through teaching, conversations and activities, the confirmands receive:

• Knowledge of Christian faith: They learn about the Bible, the creed, and the traditions of the church.
• Room for questions: Confirmation time gives young people room to explore faith and doubt in a safe community.
• Experiences: Confirmation camps, theme days and church services create memories and build community.
• Ceremony: Confirmation Day is a solemn service where the confirmands are prayed for and blessed.

We look forward to following you through the confirmation year and celebrating this special day together!