Teenagers: Grades 9th to 12th
“The Sacrament of Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or 'confirm' the baptized in unison with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church" (The Glossary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church). Confirmation is the sacrament in which the candidate receives the fullness of the Holy Spirit that was given to us at Baptism. This is the same Spirit that filled the Apostles with the zeal and courage needed by all who are to be public witnesses to Christ. Confirmation celebrates God's presence in our lives as the Holy Spirit continues to guide, strengthen, and empower us to live and witness the Good News of Jesus Christ. Christians, on the day of their Confirmation, become public witnesses to Christ and his saving works. Sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation, Christians more perfectly become the image of their Lord and are filled with the Holy Spirit. They bear witness to Him before the world and eagerly work for the building up of the body of Christ.
Confirmation for Adolescents-Teens
The Confirmation Process is a 2-year journey in Christian growth based on the belief that adolescents are at a significant point in their faith journey where they are beginning to establish a personal faith identity. Sessions are every other week on Sundays from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Participation and Mass attendance on Sundays is a must. Registration starts in August. Classes began in October and end in May. Contact: Ms. Teresa Minera at the Pastoral Center for assistance. (626) 792-4183 ext. 203
Requirements
The candidate must be 14 years old or starting 9th Grade in the fall. A copy of the student’s Baptismal certificate and payment of the yearly fee is also required.
Actively participate in Confirmation sessions.
Attendance of sessions (no more than three absences permitted unless cleared with the Confirmation Coordinator).
Attendance by parents and sponsors to required meetings.
Participation in all rites and ceremonies in preparation for Confirmation.
Participation in a least 3 Christian Service events (service projects to be determined by the Team) as well as 10 hours of individual Christian Service on their own or together with their sponsors.
Attendance and participation in an annual retreat at Saint Andrew Parish.
Weekly Mass attendance is a must.
