CONFIRMATION

THE FORMATION PROCESS

The Bishop administers this sacrament in the fall of the 9^th grade year. Preparation for current 8th graders begins in April. We expect to be informed of our Confirmation date by September each year—typically just a few months in advance.  We sincerely apologize for the difficulty this presents for planning and making travel arrangements.

Preliminary Meeting and Paperwork (to be completed by June 1)

• Attend Kick-Off Meeting in April of 8th grade year (April 15, 2018, at 10:00 AM in the upper Cardinal DiNardo Center)
• Choose a Confirmation Saint
• Choose a Sponsor
• Register for Confirmation (includes completing StrengthsExplorer assessment and submitting Top Three results – more resources to the right)

Diocesan Confirmation Curriculum (to be completed by August 31)

• Complete the Confirmation Curriculum

Formative Experiences (to be completed by October 31)

• Attend a Confirmation Evening of Reflection
• Participate in four FUEL Events
• Complete a Service Experience

Final Preparations

• Submit a Letter to the Pastor by October 1
• Attend Rehearsal and the Confirmation Mass

Adaptations for Candidates with Special Needs

Confirmation may be celebrated privately in the Grotto Chapel or in the main church immediately before the large group celebration.  We can also arrange special seating during the large group Mass.

Teen Confirmation

If you have an older child whom you would like to be confirmed, contact Jason Gawaldo and we will design a preparation program to meet your needs.

Adult Confirmation

If you are an adult who is looking to be received into the Catholic Church and to be confirmed, contact Sr. Annie Bremmer to learn more about the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults program.