Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace. CCC #1285
Like the sacrament of Baptism, Confirmation makes an indelible spiritual mark- sealing the person for Christ and setting them aside for life with him.
At St Francis, preparation for Confirmation is a two year journey starting as early as 5th grade for the 1st year and 6th grade for the 2nd year.
Printable version of the Confirmation 24 guidelines.
Versión imprimible de las directrices de Confirmación 24.
1. Requirements year 2 (year of Confirmation)
Meaningful participation in service of the parish (5hours) and wider community (5 hours).
This Service will be documented on the Service Hour’s sheet and turned in by January 24*. Updated to February 21
4. Confirmation Retreat
5. Write a letter to Bishop Cary
6. Interview
Parents and candidates attend an interview to assess sacramental readiness. Interviews will start March 1 and will only go until March 23
7. Confirmation rehearsal
Attend Confirmation rehearsal with sponsor (or another adult) on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 6:30-8:00 pm.
8. Confirmation Mass
Confirmation Mass with Bishop Cary is Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 6:00 pm. Candidate and Sponsor arrive by 5:00 pm for Bishop's instructions and a group photo.
9. If you are a student in grades 6-12 and preparing for first Communion you will receive first Communion at Confirmation Mass
* If for some reason you cannot turn in your papers on the set dates please let Janet or Mirella know. If they are not turned in on time your child’s Sacraments can be postponed unless you have spoken to above named staff beforehand
Like the sacrament of Baptism, Confirmation makes an indelible spiritual mark- sealing the person for Christ and setting them aside for life with him.
At St Francis, preparation for Confirmation is a two year journey starting as early as 5th grade for the 1st year and 6th grade for the 2nd year.
Printable version of the Confirmation 24 guidelines.
Versión imprimible de las directrices de Confirmación 24.
1. Requirements year 2 (year of Confirmation)
- Attend two years of faith formation either at the parish weekly classes or in attendance at the Catholic School.
- Register for faith formation All Confirmation students use the Faith Formation registration form
- Signed Petition to be Confirmed and turn in November 8*
- Bring a copy of child’s Baptism Certificate by November 8*
- Be a registered member of St Francis Parish
- Regular attendance at mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation.
- Attend the parent meeting at the beginning (October)
- Attend three family faith events and be ready to share at your interview
- Parent and child attend four monthly in person sacramental preparation workshops
- Sunday Nov 5, 2:00 -3:30 pm or Monday Nov 6, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Sunday Dec 3, 2:00 - 3:30 pm or Monday Dec 4, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Sunday Jan 21, 2:00 - 3:30 pm or Monday Jan 22 at 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Sunday Feb 4, 2:00 - 3:30 pm or Monday Feb 5, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
- Parent and child schedule an interview for readiness of the family and child in their faith and sacraments
- Attend Confirmation rehearsal with sponsor
- Sponsor complete Sponsor Eligibility form. Due no later than December 6.
- Sponsor submit a copy of their baptismal certificate. If the sponsor is married, submit a CATHOLIC marriage certificate. Due no later than December 6.
- Sponsor and Candidate complete 4 Sponsor Discussions: one, two, three, four
- Sponsor email faithformation@stfrancisbend.org when the four sponsor-candidate discussion are complete.
Meaningful participation in service of the parish (5hours) and wider community (5 hours).
This Service will be documented on the Service Hour’s sheet and turned in by January 24*. Updated to February 21
4. Confirmation Retreat
- Students in grades 6-8 attend the Confirmation retreat on March 2. Cost is $40. Registration is required by the deadline February 7*
- Students in grades 9-12 attend a weekend Confirmation retreat on March 8-10. Cost is $240. online Registration for ICY C is required by the deadline of January 24
5. Write a letter to Bishop Cary
- Look at the Confirmation page on the website to find “How to write a letter to Bishop” if you need a printed version talk with Janet or Mirella.
- Email or drop off letter to Janet no later than January 24* - Updated to February 21
- Janet’s email: faithformation@stfrancisbend.org
6. Interview
Parents and candidates attend an interview to assess sacramental readiness. Interviews will start March 1 and will only go until March 23
7. Confirmation rehearsal
Attend Confirmation rehearsal with sponsor (or another adult) on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 6:30-8:00 pm.
8. Confirmation Mass
Confirmation Mass with Bishop Cary is Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 6:00 pm. Candidate and Sponsor arrive by 5:00 pm for Bishop's instructions and a group photo.
9. If you are a student in grades 6-12 and preparing for first Communion you will receive first Communion at Confirmation Mass
* If for some reason you cannot turn in your papers on the set dates please let Janet or Mirella know. If they are not turned in on time your child’s Sacraments can be postponed unless you have spoken to above named staff beforehand
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What is the attire for Confirmation candidates? Nice church clothes. Dresses should be no shorter than 2 inches from the ground while kneeling. Shoulders, middles or backs should not show. Boys should wear collared shirt and nice pants.
- Does my child need a candle, Bible, or rosary? No. Candidates will not have anything in their hands. Gift can be given after the Mass. The priest will bless items after Mass at the baptismal font .
- Is photography allowed during Mass? Photography from your seat during Mass. Please do not stand, there are others behind you. The church will remain open after Mass for photos.
- What do sponsors for Confirmation wear? Nice church clothes. Ladies, you will go up a step and raise your hand to your candidate's shoulder, so allow at least 3 inches of extra hem
- When is rehearsal? See #7 above
- What time is Mass and what time does my child need to arrive? See #8
- Will there be a reception at the church after the Mass? We will have cookies and beverage after Mass.
RICA
There are additional requirements and activities for children and youth (age 7-12) in the RCIA program seeking baptism. Click here for information for RCIA for children
For Adults see: RCIA
There are additional requirements and activities for children and youth (age 7-12) in the RCIA program seeking baptism. Click here for information for RCIA for children
For Adults see: RCIA
Note for unique situations: These requirements are the norm, but we understand that families might have unique situations. To discuss your situation, call the office at (541) 382-3631 and ask to be transferred to the Coordinator of Evangelization and Catechesis.
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