2024 - 2025 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 8th and 9th grade years, but older high school students are also welcome to prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.  Students are Confirmed when they are in the 10th grade. 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 study and understand 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.

 

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.

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