Confirmation

Spring 2021 Confirmation

The Bishop's Office has not yet scheduled Confirmations for Spring 2021. We appreciate your patience as we await more details.

RETREAT INFORMATION

The Confirmation Retreat has three parts:
Part I – 5 days Scripture reading & reflection at home with a parent or sponsor
Part II – Required In person encounter – Jan 16 2:00 – 4:00 PM in the church – full compliance with mask wearing, social distancing and sanitizing guidelines will be strictly followed. Confession will be offered so we need your RSVP to be sure we have the correct number of priests in attendance. This is for the students only, sponsors & parent do not attend this part.
Part III – Mass at 4PM a special mass for just the Confirmation candidates will be offered. Parent/sponsors will be welcome to attend based on numbers so again your RSVP is important.
 
For those who can't attend the gathered retreat on January 16
Part I – you will also do the same Scripture study as above before you do part II
Part II – Follow this link and do this free online retreat https://diocesefwsb.org/confirmation-retreat/ it includes questions for the candidate to discuss with their sponsor, or parent. Written answers to these questions must be emailed to me no later than January 23
Part III - Reconciliation - As with all Sacraments, one must be in a state of grace to receive Confirmation. Please be sure to arrange for your child to go to confession before the Confirmation.
 

General Confirmation Guidelines
 

Dress Code 

The Bishop prefers that Confirmation Gowns be worn.
We will rent 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.

A professional photographer will be hired.

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

Parents of incoming Confirmation Candidates will receive these via email soon and they will also be kept here for your easy reference.

they will remain available here for download should you ever need any of them.

All of the below in one pdf

Table of Contents of Confirmation Handbook

Why Be Confirmed?

Preparing for Confirmation

Confirmation Dates at a Glance 

Choosing a Sponsor

Sponsor Information Form - due November 15, 2020 (note sponsors also need to get a certificate from their pastor)

Preparing a Saint Report  - due November 15, 2020

Example Saint Report

Charitable Service Guidelines

Charitable Service Log - due March 7, 2021

Catholic Mass Worksheet - complete 1 each time you attend Mass; hand in thoughout the year

Lenten Confirmation Curriculum

Confirmation Interviews - you will receive a signup genius to choose your slot; interviews begin in January 2021

Pre-Confirmation Interview Questions - a sample of possible questions to ponder before your interview

Candidate Information Form - due March 1, 2020

 

 

Please contact our Director of Religious Education with any questions or concerns at DRE@holyspiritstamford.org 

For incoming Confirmation candidates for Spring 2021

OUR REGISTRATION PERIOD HAS ENDED

All Catholic and Non-Catholic School Confirmation Candidates should have registered by now. Please Contact Valerie iif you wish to make a late registration.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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