Preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation is a two-year process that includes Catechesis, Christian service and retreat experiences.  Following guidelines from the Diocese of Paterson, our program is suited for students in grades 9 and 10 who are actively involved in piloting their own faith journey.  Students attend monthly classes on Sunday evenings from 7-9pm, perform Christian service in the community, and attend two retreats organized by the parish, one in each year of the program.  Our materials are from Loyola Press: Called to Be Catholic is used in year one, and Confirmed in the Spirit is used in year two.

• Catechesis: Monthly classes on Sunday evenings from 7-9pm to prepare students to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in the second year of the program
• Retreat experiences: Journey retreat in the Fall for 9th grade students; Antioch weekend in the spring for 10th grade students.  Retreats are an opportunity to grow in faith and build a relationship with Jesus through prayer experiences, witness talks and group discussions.
• Christian Service: Service Hours are the component of Confirmation Preparation that is viewed as evidence of the candidate’s commitment to Christian service.  Students are expected to complete a total of twenty (20) service hours by spring of year two.  Service is defined as volunteering to “work” for no compensation for someone who is not a family member or neighbor.  Service projects SERVE THE POOR, THE DEFENSELESS, THE NEEDY, THE CHURCH AND SOME NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.  Service projects should be performed “outside” of organized clubs and activities.  Service projects not listed on our website MUST be pre-approved by the GIFT Ministry Coordinator prior to completing the service.

Confirmation Service Hours Log

Confirmation Service Project Suggestions and Contact Information