Confirmation Program Information
Director's Note
The Catholic Area Faith Community of Jesus Our Living Water offers a two-year Confirmation Preparation process for teens entering 10th grade. We typically celebrate Confirmation in February of the 11th grade year with the Bishop presiding.
In the sacrament of Confirmation we are affirming our “Baptismal call to full participation in the life of the Church and the mission of Jesus.” This Sacrament seals our soul and sets us on a path to become what God has always intended for us (Eph. 2:10).
Those seeking the Sacrament are asked to approach this period of preparation as a journey of personal discovery of faith and truth that leads ultimately to making a commitment to the person of Jesus Christ and His Church.
The contents of the Confirmation Candidate Handbook are designed to help candidates, parents, and sponsors understand and embrace the experiences that this journey of preparation has to offer.
Hopes and Prayers – Confirmation is not a graduation! Far from it, Confirmation is a Sacrament of Initiation – a beginning; confirming the commitment to a life-long journey of discipleship.
It is the wish and hope of the Catholic Area Faith Community of Jesus Our Living Water that during this period of preparation every young person will experience the peace, love, forgiveness, and vitality that can only be found in a life connected to God. We look forward to the energy, ideas and perspective that the youth of our area faith community have to offer both our local community and the greater Church. We pray that these candidates will find a home and purpose in the Church founded by Christ.
Preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation is a process of discovery that welcomes young Catholics into a deeper relationship with God and into the life and mission of the Catholic community. The purpose of our Confirmation Program is to “mentor youth toward an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the Catholic Community.” The Confirmation preparation process is designed to fulfill this purpose by focusing on the following aspects: Mentorship, Faith Formation, Spiritual Renewal, and Discipleship.
Candidate Commitment – Each candidate seeking this sacrament must freely choose to be confirmed and be committed to continuing the faithful practice and study of our faith.
United States Council of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) – The USCCB asks each parish to prepare candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation (and by extension, a lifetime of participation in life and mission of the Church) by offering educational, worship, and service opportunities.
May Christ guide you on this exciting journey.
Christine Pinto
Area Director of Faith Formation
In the sacrament of Confirmation we are affirming our “Baptismal call to full participation in the life of the Church and the mission of Jesus.” This Sacrament seals our soul and sets us on a path to become what God has always intended for us (Eph. 2:10).
Those seeking the Sacrament are asked to approach this period of preparation as a journey of personal discovery of faith and truth that leads ultimately to making a commitment to the person of Jesus Christ and His Church.
The contents of the Confirmation Candidate Handbook are designed to help candidates, parents, and sponsors understand and embrace the experiences that this journey of preparation has to offer.
Hopes and Prayers – Confirmation is not a graduation! Far from it, Confirmation is a Sacrament of Initiation – a beginning; confirming the commitment to a life-long journey of discipleship.
It is the wish and hope of the Catholic Area Faith Community of Jesus Our Living Water that during this period of preparation every young person will experience the peace, love, forgiveness, and vitality that can only be found in a life connected to God. We look forward to the energy, ideas and perspective that the youth of our area faith community have to offer both our local community and the greater Church. We pray that these candidates will find a home and purpose in the Church founded by Christ.
Preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation is a process of discovery that welcomes young Catholics into a deeper relationship with God and into the life and mission of the Catholic community. The purpose of our Confirmation Program is to “mentor youth toward an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the Catholic Community.” The Confirmation preparation process is designed to fulfill this purpose by focusing on the following aspects: Mentorship, Faith Formation, Spiritual Renewal, and Discipleship.
Candidate Commitment – Each candidate seeking this sacrament must freely choose to be confirmed and be committed to continuing the faithful practice and study of our faith.
United States Council of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) – The USCCB asks each parish to prepare candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation (and by extension, a lifetime of participation in life and mission of the Church) by offering educational, worship, and service opportunities.
May Christ guide you on this exciting journey.
Christine Pinto
Area Director of Faith Formation
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