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At the time of Baptism, your child was welcomed into the faith of the Church. You, as parents, answered for your child, accepting the obligation of teaching and sharing the faith. Confirmation presents a new reality. Each candidate speaks for himself or herself: professing his/her Christian maturity and willingness to serve others.
Confirmation is a two-year program & generally takes place in Grade 10. Students in both Catholic and public schools must complete Confirmation I before enrolling in Conf II. Grade 7 & 8 are part of the Confirmation Program. The goals of the program are to develop community and help students develop life-long prayer habits that will be part of their faith life. Confirmation candidates will attend all classes and liturgical activities; Attendance at retreats is mandatory.
Grade 7/8 Retreat: Usually during February begins with 11:00am Mass dismissal from Finn Hall at 3:00pm
Confirmation I Retreat: Usually during January begins with 11:00am Mass dismissal from Finn Hall at 4:00pm
Confirmation II Retreat: Usually during January begins at 10:00am in Finn Hall ends with 4:00pm Mass in Lower Church
In addition, Conf II students will complete faith journey materials with their sponsor or parent, have an interview with a member of the pastoral staff and complete ten hours of service (3 hours to family, 3 hours to community, 4 hours to parish). Attendance at weekly Mass is expected as it is part of the program
Confirmation Rehearsal and Prayer Service (with sponsors): Usually early April at 5:30pm Upper Church
Confirmation: Usually April at 7:00pm Upper Church