Confirmation

Sacraments are a vital part of our Catholic faith. They are external signs that make real to us the invisible reality of God's grace.

Confirmation

Confirmation is offered to youth who are currently enrolled in at least the 10th grade and at least 15 years old. Youth must also be concurrently enrolled in the High School YOA program or enrolled at Catholic High School.


What is the Sacrament of Confirmation? 

The Sacrament of Confirmation is the third sacrament of initiation for the purpose of carrying out Jesus’s mission to the world through the power of the Holy Spirit. “By the Sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed” (Lumen Gentium 11).


To be confirmed is a big decision and not one to be taken lightly. The preparation process helps the youth make an informed decision.


Registration for the 2026/27 school year now open!

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YOA Information

Confirmation Preparation

Sacrament preparation classes are in addition to Faith Formation classes.

Students must be enrolled in both!
Students in 10th grade and above are eligible to prepare for Confirmation. Make sure to mark on the registration form which child and which sacrament they need. Proof of Baptism is required.


High School Confirmation Orientation meeting

  • Sat, Aug 29th 4-5:15pm
  • Upstairs, Youth Room

All 10th graders and any high school student who have not been confirmed: you are invited!

Come with your parent(s) and start your journey towards celebrating Confirmation. Even if you are unsure, come anyway and discover what Confirmation is all about. 


Confirmation Schedule 2026-2027

Saturday, Aug 29 – Orientation Meeting; 4 – 5:15 pm

Saturday, Sep 19 – Session 1; 3 – 5:15 pm

Saturday, Oct 17 – Session 2; 3 – 5:15 pm

Saturday, Nov 14 – Confirmation Day Retreat; 9 am – 5 pm

Saturday, Dec 19 – Session 3; 3 – 5:15 pm

Saturday, Jan 23 – Session 4; 3 – 5:15 pm

Saturday, Feb 13 – Winter Shelter Service Project; Evening TBA

Tuesday, Mar 2 - Rehearsal (at Holy Spirit Catholic Church) 7 pm

Sunday, Mar 7 – Rite of Sending (Sunday Mass); 12:15 – 2:30 pm

Thursday, Mar 11 – Confirmation Ceremonial Mass; Evening 7pm

 

Weekly Youth Group Meetings – Sundays 2-4pm

Weekly Bible Study Meetings – Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm