Confirmation One for the Catholic High School Student
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For students who have received Baptism, Reconciliation and Eucharist and are at least sophomores attending a Catholic High School.
The Sacrament Process of Formation and Preparation for Youth Confirmation is a two year journey. This journey is intended for young disciples who have received Baptism, Reconciliation, and Eucharist and are in High School desiring celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation. -
Program OverviewThis is a specially designed first year formation track for our young disciples preparing for confirmation enrolled in an approved Catholic High School. Participation in Unity Night, Retreat, Community Building and Fellowship are required in addition to the monthly faith formation sessions.
Confirmation Retreat: These retreats are for our Young Disciples in High School journeying towards the Sacrament of Confirmation. This is a one weekend retreat, facilitated by our CrossTrainers each year of their preparation. Throughout the faith-filled weekend, retreatants explore how they are Chosen and Sent to use their gifts strengthened at Confirmation by the Holy Spirit. They are encouraged to grow in a personal relationship with Christ and Community through opportunities including faith groups, keynote talks, praise and worship, skits, Reconciliation, Eucharistic Adoration, and Mass.
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Program Requirements
- To enroll, parents must provide a copy of the teen's birth, baptismal, and first communion certificates.
- Provide proof of teen enrolled in a Catholic High School.
- Children consistently attentend a minimum number sessions throughout the catechetical year including the Confirmation Retreat.
- All students are required to attend a Circle of Grace® course conducted during regular class time.
- Parents sign and agree to a Code of Conduct.
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Required Parent MeetingsAll parents should be attending Mass on a weekly basis. Parents are required to attend:
- Catholic High School Con 1 Orientation Meeting
- At least one Adult Faith Formation—Dates vary -you select from a list provided at the time of registration.
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St. Paul the Apostle......has ongoing faith formation for all grade levels for those who wish to continue their spiritual journey with Christ.
Confirmation 2—Catholic High School students attend weekly classes in their second year of Confirmation preparation. Students should be in their Junior year (or above) of High School and be age 16 by confirmation day. Students are interviewed for readiness prior to being confirmed. Service hours and Retreat(s) Required.