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
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.
Table of Contents of Confirmation Handbook
Confirmation Dates at a Glance
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
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.
CONFIRMATION &
8th GRADE CALENDAR
For Spring 2021 Confirmation Candidates
2019 Confirmation photo courtesy of Michelle Babyak