Confirmation
Diocesan guidelines recommend a two-year preparation program and require that youth be at least 15 years old upon receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. In keeping with these recommendations, Confirmation is a two-year process in the Tri-Community, generally open to sophomores and juniors (freshman will be considered after a preliminary interview).
Confirmation candidates meet for formation twice per month within the regularly scheduled Wednesday Youth Ministry sessions. Confirmation is a sacrament of initiation into a faith community. Confirmandi are strongly encouraged to participate in the many facets and events of Youth Ministry—not just on formation nights. Participation in service projects, diocesan and/or regional events and the Spring Retreat is required.
Candidates, their sponsors and parents will journey together in this exploration and renewal of faith. Sponsors are designated in the second year. There will be a training session for parents/sponsors in the fall, a Confirmation Commitment Mass for sponsors, Candidates and families, and several simple soup suppers for sponsors and candidates throughout the year.
For adults who wish to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, there is a separate 6-week preparation program in the spring.