*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?
*Candidate* I 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.
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