For students who have received Baptism, Reconciliation and Eucharist and have successfully completed Con 1 and are Juniors (or above) in High School.

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Teens who have received the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation,  First Eucharist; have successfully completed Confirmation One and who are 16 years or older and at least a junior in high school continue their journey to confirmation by focusing on:

• Baptismal identity, Gifts of the Holy Spirit and exploring the symbols of confirmation
• Understanding their relationship with Christ through baptism and connection to their church community
• Morality through a Catholic Christian view

Session typically begin in October and end in May. Teens experience stewardship by doing 5 service hours in the parish and  5 service hours in their community.  They must participate in at least one fellowship event in addition to their weekend retreat experience. Due dates for these events will be announced.

Our catechists are a dynamic and committed group of volunteers  serving over 1,900 children and teens.

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Teens attend a total of 26 sessions throughout the catechetical year. To successfully complete the year teens may have no more that 3 absences.  Absences may be “made up” or excused when parents make contact with the catechist to complete the make up work.  However, any more than 5 absences and the teen will be dropped from the program. All students are required to attend a Protecting God’s Children® course conducted during regular class time. Parents sign a Code of Conduct.

Birth, baptism and First Communion certificates and/or transfer letters may be required.

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All parents should be attending Mass on a weekly basis. Parents are required to attend:
1. Con 2 Parent/Sponsor/Teen Session—Choose to attend meeting one of the following dates in lieu of class. Choose one date:
                 January 10, 2017 at 7pm OR
                 January 11, 2017 at 7pm OR
                 January 14, 2017 at 9am
2.  One Adult Faith Formation—Dates vary -you select from list provided at time of registration.

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Teens are also required to attend the following events:

1. Unity Night—November 16, 2016 at 7 PM
2. Unity Night—February 15, 2017 at 7PM
3. Con 2 Retreat—weekend retreat will be assigned according to the day of week student attends class.
4. Con 2 Sponsor/Candidate Retreat & Dress Rehearsal - March 4, 2017 at  9AM
5. Confirmation Interviews—March 6 through March 9—teens are individually interviewed during regular class time to determine readiness to receive the sacrament.
6. Confirmation Ceremony—*TENTATIVE DATE—April 29, 2017*—typically two ceremonies conducted by the Bishop. Teens are assigned by class. Time assignments to be announced.

*subject to change without notice. Date(s) determined by the Bishops Office.

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...has ongoing faith formation for all grade levels for those who wish to continue their spiritual journey with Christ.