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CONFIRMATION
The Bishop administers this sacrament in the fall of the 9th grade year. Preparation for current 8th graders begins in the spring semester. We expect to be informed of our Confirmation date by September each year. We sincerely apologize for the difficulty this presents for planning and making travel arrangements.
Preliminary Meeting and Paperwork (to be completed by May 1)
- Attend Kick-Off Meeting in the spring semester of 8th grade year (March 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM in the upper Cardinal DiNardo Center)
- Register for Confirmation (includes completing StrengthsExplorer assessment and submitting Top Three results)
- Choose a Confirmation Saint.
- Choose a Sponsor and have them register here. Sponsors not from a Great Grouping parish will need to obtain a Sponsor Form from their home parish as well.
Diocesan Confirmation Curriculum
- Attend the six-week course offered:
- Sundays, April 25 – May 30, 10:05-10:55 AM in the Upper Cardinal DiNardo Center (Saints John and Paul)
- Tuesdays, April 27 - June 1, 6:30-7:30 PM in the Upper Cardinal DiNardo Center (Saints John and Paul)
- Thursday, April 29 – May 3, 6:30-7:30 PM in Stephen's Hall (Our Lady of Peace)
- NOTE: If gathered events are not possible due to the pandemic, these classes will shift to a virtual platform
Formative Experiences (to be completed by August 15)
- Attend a Confirmation Evening of Reflection (May 22, June 5, or July 31)
- NOTE: If gathered events are not possible due to the pandemic, Evenings of Reflection will be canceled.
- Complete a Service Experience (click here for our Outreach opportunties)
- NOTE: There is no hours requirement, and so you are free to consturct a Service Experience that fits your pandemic comfort level.
- Submit a Letter to the Pastor
Final Preparations
- Participate in four LIFETEEN Events by October 31. Follow LIFETEEN on FB and Instagram @ssjplifeteen
- Attend Rehearsal and the Confirmation Mass - both dates and times TBA
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What Info Do I Need For Each Form?
Confirmation Registration Form
Candidate's full formal name, age at the time of Confirmation (assume November 2020), church of baptism with mailing address, date of baptism, family mailing address, legal father and mother's full names with mother's maiden name, parent refelction (What is your hope or vision for your child after s/he receives Confirmation?), Confirmation Saint Name, and Sponsor name.
Confrimation Events Registration
Candidate's first and last name, family email, Confirmation Curriculum choice, and Evening of Reflection choice.
Sponsor Registration Form
Sponsor's first and last name, email, phone, and parish; Candidate's first and last name, family's email, and parish. -
Confirmation with Special Circumstances
Adaptations for Candidates with Special Needs
Confirmation may be celebrated privately in the Grotto Chapel or in the main church immediately before the large group celebration. We can also arrange special seating during the large group Mass.
Teen Confirmation
If you have an older child whom you would like to be confirmed, contact Jason Gawaldo at jgawaldo@sts-jp.org or (724) 935-2104 x228 and we will design a preparation program to meet your needs.
Adult Confirmation
If you are an adult who is looking to be received into the Catholic Church and to be confirmed, contact Karen Walker at kwalker@sts-jp.org or (724) 935-2104 x223 to learn more about the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults program.
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Eligible Candidates have completed 7th and 8th grade Faith Formation, including Catholic Vision of Love. If you have not completed these, you will need to meet with a Staff Member to discuss an appropriate type of formation plan prior to Confirmation.
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Contact Us
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Nick Sciarappansciarappagreatgrouping.orgSSJP Director of Middle & High School Ministry
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Scott Liebsliebgreatgrouping.orgBV Director of Middle & High School Ministry
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