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The Sacrament of Confirmation is the second of the three Sacraments of Initiation. It perfects our baptism and brings us the graces of the Holy Spirit that were granted to the Apostles on Pentecost Sunday.
There are five ways the Sacrament of Confirmation effects our lives:
Receiving Confirmation is a bold decision. Our goal is to direct the minds and hearts of our young people to what is true, good, and beautiful. That they may see God's presence in their daily lives and to know their identity as Children of God. Even more so, to accept God's sanctifying work in their lives that fulfills our deepest human desires and binds us more perfectly to the heart of God. |
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Preparation for Confirmation is a Two-Year program.
In the first year, we will provide each student with a journal that is full of activities, prayers, reflection questions, links to video clips and more to help guide students deeper into their faith before they formally begin their Confirmation Preparation. It will immerse them into the liturgical life of the church and provide plenty of opportunities to deepen their relationship with God in the natural setting of their home and family life. This year of formation will set up a foundation of good spiritual habits in order to prepare the students for Confirmation Prep (Year 2).
In the second year, candidates participate in classes and a retreat to experience a deeper conversion that allows them to be receptive to the gifts and promptings of the Holy Spirit in their life. After receiving the Sacrament, each Candidate is called to a life of discipleship as an active member of our parish community.
We also strongly encourage all those preparing for Confirmation to participate in EDGE or Life Teen.
In the first year, we will provide each student with a journal that is full of activities, prayers, reflection questions, links to video clips and more to help guide students deeper into their faith before they formally begin their Confirmation Preparation. It will immerse them into the liturgical life of the church and provide plenty of opportunities to deepen their relationship with God in the natural setting of their home and family life. This year of formation will set up a foundation of good spiritual habits in order to prepare the students for Confirmation Prep (Year 2).
- The journal will be picked up at the parent meeting on August 25th, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
- Four checkpoint dates will include large group meetings to offer each family support and keep each candidate on track to finish their journal at the appropriate time.
- This journal is the ticket into Year 2 of Confirmation Prep.
In the second year, candidates participate in classes and a retreat to experience a deeper conversion that allows them to be receptive to the gifts and promptings of the Holy Spirit in their life. After receiving the Sacrament, each Candidate is called to a life of discipleship as an active member of our parish community.
We also strongly encourage all those preparing for Confirmation to participate in EDGE or Life Teen.
Schedule
Year One:
August 25th, 3:00-4:15 PM.............. Pick up journal at Parent Orientation Meeting.
November 11, 6:30-8:00 PM............ Checkpoint #1 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 1
February 3, 6:30-8:00 PM................ Checkpoint #2 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 2
April 7, 6:30-8:00 PM...................... Checkpoint #3 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 3
May 12, 6:30-8:00 PM........................ Checkpoint #4 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 4
Year Two:
Confirmation Classes will consist of 13 sessions from September-April every 2nd and 4th Sunday.
Confirmation Retreat is tentatively scheduled for March 22.
Other Important Dates:
October 26........... Submit Sponsor Form - The form must be signed and sealed by the Sponsor's Pastor.
March 22............. Submit Personal Testimony
TBA............... Confirmation Mass
August 25th, 3:00-4:15 PM.............. Pick up journal at Parent Orientation Meeting.
November 11, 6:30-8:00 PM............ Checkpoint #1 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 1
February 3, 6:30-8:00 PM................ Checkpoint #2 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 2
April 7, 6:30-8:00 PM...................... Checkpoint #3 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 3
May 12, 6:30-8:00 PM........................ Checkpoint #4 - Large Group Meeting and completion of section 4
- Involvement in EDGE: Every 6-8th grade student is also invited to participate in all EDGE programming, for the best way to form Christ-centered friendships and to find support in living their faith. Students will not want to miss our EDGE Sunday Group and all the exciting EDGE events we've got planned for the year.
- Catholic School Students complete Year One through their participation in theology class and spiritual life of their school. While you are not required to register for Year One, please join us for all other EDGE activities.
Year Two:
Confirmation Classes will consist of 13 sessions from September-April every 2nd and 4th Sunday.
- non-Catholic school students are required to attend 10 out of 13 classes.
- Catholic school students are required to attend 6 out of 13 classes.
Confirmation Retreat is tentatively scheduled for March 22.
- 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. at James Island County Park, Edisto Hall.
- Estimated Cost: $100
Other Important Dates:
October 26........... Submit Sponsor Form - The form must be signed and sealed by the Sponsor's Pastor.
March 22............. Submit Personal Testimony
- As written in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, every candidate preparing for Confirmation is asked to profess the Faith. This is completed during the Rite of Confirmation by the renewal of our Baptism Promises. To help make this moment of the Rite more intentional and meaningful, each candidate will be asked to write and present a personal testimony about their own relationship with Christ and the Church.
Questions to think about:- How have I encountered the love of God in my life?
- Why have I chosen to say 'Yes' to the Sacrament of Confirmation? What am I saying 'Yes' to?
- Why am I Catholic?
- How did I encounter Jesus through the service work I did this year?
- Why did I choose my Saint name? Need help choosing a Saint? CLICK HERE
TBA............... Confirmation Mass
- We will also schedule a Rehearsal for the Mass, along with a Holy Hour that will include Reconciliation. More Details to come.
Price
Registration Cost for 2024-2025 Confirmation Preparation
Confirmation Year One ............................................................................... $70 per student
Confirmation Year One + EDGE Sunday Group ......................................... $100 per student
Confirmation Year Two ( for Non-Catholic School Students) .................... $85 per student
Confirmation Year Two (for Catholic School Students) ..............................$45 per student
Confirmation Year One ............................................................................... $70 per student
Confirmation Year One + EDGE Sunday Group ......................................... $100 per student
Confirmation Year Two ( for Non-Catholic School Students) .................... $85 per student
Confirmation Year Two (for Catholic School Students) ..............................$45 per student
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