2021 - 2022 Confirmation Preparation

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In the Diocese of Venice, Confirmation preparation must include two years of participation in a systematic Faith Formation program along with preparation classes that explain the Sacrament of Confirmation. First and second year Confirmation preparation normally takes place during the 9th and 10th grade years, but older high school students are also welcome to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.  At St. Charles Borromeo Parish, the Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated with the Bishop during the Fall.

 

The Diocese also requires those preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation to perform service hours, write a saint report, send a letter to the Bishop, choose a qualified Sponsor, and the study and knowledge of the Diocese of Venice Confirmation Study Guide. You can find the links for the forms required as well as the study guide, below. 

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At St. Charles Borromeo Parish, the first year of systematic Faith Formation is provided though attendance in our Youth Group (September through May), or students in Catholic high school may substitute high school religion classes.  Parents must register their youth in Youth Group using the forms provided below.

 

This year (2021-2022), second year preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation will consist of 22 regular  sessions from October 24th through May 22nd and three review sessions in September, separate from Youth Group sessions. Because the reception of the Sacraments must be completed at the parish level, these Confirmation preparation sessions must be attended by all second year Confirmation candidates, even those who attend Catholic School.  The first session is a mandatory meeting for parents and candidates. The 2021-2022 Parent/Candidate meeting will be held on Sunday, October 24th from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM in the Ministry Center Conference Room. 

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