Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the “sacraments of Christian initiation,” whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace. For “by the sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed." Catechism of the Catholic Church 1285

It is assumed that that students who desire to be Confirmed have been raised in the Catholic Faith at home with consistent Mass and Faith Formation attendance as promised by parents in their Baptismal vows made years ago. Confirmation is a two-year program. 

Students who want to begin their Confirmation formation should meet the following guidelines:

• have been Baptized
• are at least 12 years of age OR are in 7th or 8th grade
• have a foundational knowledge of the Catholic Faith,
• attend weekly Mass
• have a desire to be Confirmed

Confirmation preparation classes meet on Sunday mornings 8:30-9:45am September-May. 

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is offered for adults who have never received the sacrament of Confirmation. Please contact the parish office for more information about RCIA. Classes meet Thursday evenings at 7pm in the St. Peter & Paul room September-May. 

Contact Embrey in the parish office for any questions (918) 272-3710