8th Grade & Confirmation
Holy Spirit participated in
the Regional Confirmation Mass, which was held
March 30, 2019
at St. Augustine Cathedral
photo courtesy of Michelle Babyak http://michellebabyakphotography.smugmug.com
Please pray that God will continue to bless these young catholics and their families.
General Confirmation Guidelines
Confirmation Mass is Saturday, March 30th at 10 AM St. Augustine Cathedral, 329 Washington Avenue in Bridgeport, CT
Rehearsal will take place the morning of at 8:30 AM at St. Augustine.
Sponsor must attend rehearsal with Confirmand.
We ask that everyone arrive promptly.
Seating in the Cathedral is first come first served.
Dress Code
The Bishop prefers that Confirmation Gowns be worn.
We have rented the gowns and will be contacting you with pick up information.
No sneakers.
Girls are to wear modest dresses or dress slacks and a modest blouse. No sneakers.
Boys are to wear dress shoes, dress slacks, button-down dress shirt, and tie or a suit and dress shoes.
In the Church
Individuals are prohibited from taking photos or videos with cameras, cell phones or other electronic devices during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
Please be sure to turn off your cell phone and all electronic devices before entering the church.
The Diocese has hired a professional photographer.
Fasting
The rule of fasting from food and drink, except water, for one hour before receiving Holy Communion is still in effect.
We ask and thank you for your cooperation in adhering to these policies.
Confirmation Parent-Candidate Documents
These were handed out and explained at our first meeting on September 23, 2018
they will remain available here for download should you ever need any of them.
Table of Contents of Confirmation Folder
Confirmation Dates at a Glance
Lenten Confirmation Curriculum
Pre-Confirmation Interview Questions
Please contact our Director of Religious Education with any questions or concerns at DRE@holyspiritstamford.org
REGISTER YOUR CHILD
Both Catholic and Non-Catholic School Confirmation Candidates will need to register for 2020 Confirmation this summer.
For Families of Confirmation Candidates Attending Catholic School
- You will need to register this summer at the same time all Confirmation candidates will register.
- Parent & Confirmation Candidate will need to attend a meeting in September.
FULL FAITH FORMATION
2018-2019
CALENDAR
