Youth Confirmation
“We commonly speak of the sacrament of “chrismation”, a word that signifies “anointing”. And, in effect, through the oil called “sacred chrism” we are conformed, in the power of the Spirit, to Jesus Christ, who is the only true “Anointed One”, the “Messiah”, the Holy One of God. The word “confirmation” then reminds us that this sacrament brings an increase and deepening of baptismal grace: it unites us more firmly to Christ, it renders our bond with the Church more perfect, and it gives us a special strength of the Holy Spirit to spread and defend the faith, ... to confess the name of Christ boldly, and never to be ashamed of his cross. …When we welcome the Holy Spirit into our hearts and allow him to act, Christ makes himself present in us and takes shape in our lives; through us, it will be he — Christ himself — who prays, forgives, gives hope and consolation, serves the brethren, draws close to the needy and to the least, creates community and sows peace. Think how important this is: by means of the Holy Spirit, Christ himself comes to do all this among us and for us. That is why it is important that children and young people receive the sacrament of confirmation.”
(Pope Francis, General Audience, Wednesday, January 29, 2014)
Registration for Confirmation is open:
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Youth Confirmation Orientation
Our Youth Confirmation (8-12 grade) Orientation session will be held on Sunday, September 7th from 10:30-11:30am at Mary’s House, the building next to the Church. Registration will be available for those who still need to enroll for this coming year. We will be reviewing our Confirmation Handbook containing all the necessary requirements and important information pertaining to the upcoming formation year. Parent(s) and Candidates are required to attend as we will also be covering our Safe Environment Training.
Confirmation Registration
Confirmation preparation classes are held twice per month on Sundays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at Mary's House. This year, we are using the CHOSEN program and Theology of the Body for Teens along with the YOUCAT to explore the Sacrament of Confirmation and beyond! Parent(s) or Sponsors attend with Candidates. CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION WILL BE CLOSED ON OCT 1.
Confirmation is a one-year process. The standard enrollment period for Confirmation is when the youth will be entering the 8th grade. The Diocese designates the 8th grade year as the normal period for confirmation. Children younger than 8th grade must receive permission from the Bishop to be confirmed.
For more information, contact Jeremy Morgan at 719-597-4249 x121 or jmorgan@holyapostlescc.org
Registration Fees
$50 for the first Child and $30 per additional child
Adult Confirmation
If you desire to be confirmed but have not yet received First Communion, if you aren’t currently practicing your faith but want to go deeper, or if you aren’t sure where to start, please contact us for more information!
Adults must be over the age of 18, baptized Catholic, and have received the Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion.
Candidate needs to be a practicing, active member of our parish community.
Candidate must complete program for Adult Confirmation.
Candidates must choose a Catholic sponsor (someone who faithfully lives out the teachings of the Church) who will accompany them throughout their preparation.