Confirmation

CONFIRMATION 2025
Students who complete Faith Formation Levels 7 & 8 and who are properly disposed are admitted for reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation.  Candidates for confirmation and their parents/guardians attend an orientation meeting to explore the preparation process.

Parent/Student Orientation Meeting
Wednesday, May 29th 6:30 pm Zoom Meeting


SUMMER PREP Schedule 

Level 8  

Sunday June 9  9:30 am  Parent/Student Introduction in the Rectory Meeting Room  

Mon June 17 Lessons 3,4,5     10 am Zoom

Wed June 19 Lessons 6,7,8 and Bishops's Questions 2,3,4    10 am Zoom

Fri June 21 Lessons 9,10,11    10 am Zoom

Mon June 24  Lessons 12,13 and Bishop's Question 9      10 am Zoom

Wed June 26   Lessons14,15 and Bishop's Questions 1,5,6,7    10 am Zoom

Fri June 28  Lessons 21,23,24 and Bishop's Question 8      10 am Zoom

Sunday June 30  Assignments Due 

FALL DATE TBA Parent/Child Circle of Grace: Diocese of Allentown Child & Youth Protection Session 

Level 7 

Sunday, June 30  9:30 am Parent/Student orientation in the Rectory Meeting Room  

Mon July 8   Chapter 1      10 am Zoom

Wed July 10   Chapter 2    10 am Zoom

Fri July 12  Chapters 3 & 4      10 am Zoom

Mon July 15   Chapter 5      10 am Zoom

Wed July 17  Chapters 6 & 7    10 am Zoom 

Fri July 19  Chapter 8      10 am Zoom

Sun July 21  Assignments Due

FALL DATE TBA  Parent/Child Circle of Grace: Diocese of Allentown Child & Youth Protection Session 


Confirmation (Levels 7 & 8) Resources

The Sacrament of Confirmation is conferred upon students in 8th grade or older. Formal preparation begins in Level 7. Candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation must complete Levels 7 and 8.

LEVEL 7   THEOLOGY OF THE BODY FOR TEENS (Ascension)
You must create an account in order to access the videos. The email containing the invitation to set up an account is sent to registered families at the start of the program.

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ASSIGNMENTS

STUDENTS: Prior to each virtual session, complete the following: 

  • Sign in to https://ascensionpress.thinkific.com/users/sign_in.
  • Follow the prompts for each Chapter. The system will indicate that the student has completed each section.
  • For each assigned chapter, complete ONE item from the "Work It Out" section in the student workbook. 

PARENT-CHILD: Complete the following activities/discussions:

  • Prior to each ZOOM session, complete ONE discussion or activity from the "Questions for Your Middle Schooler" or "Family Applications" section of the Parent's Guide.
  • Prior to the ZOOM session in which we discuss Chapter 5: Review chapter 5 in the Parent Guide and the Student Book to help you initiate an appropriate discussion with your child about marital love and the sexual union of husband and wife. It is important that young people understand the beauty and role of sexuality and the sexual union within marriage prior to our classroom discussion. Catechists will NOT address biology and physiology. Our classroom discussion will focus on the virtue of chastity, the difference between love and lust (using a person for your own gratification), and evaluating culture with the standard of chastity. Although awkward, this discussion is critical. Your child will hear many messages about sexual union. This conversation opens the door for your child to discuss conflicting messages he/she will encounter.

 NOTE: Some options in the Parent's Guide contain private discussions between the parent and child. Parents/Students choosing these options should write a brief description of the experience without revealing private information.

 Please make sure the following are marked clearly on each assignment:
 1) Child's Name  2) Chapter Number  3) "Work It Out" or "Family Application"

Resources:   Talking to Kids About Tough Topics   A Guide to Sensitive Topics   Case Studies

Assignments must be submitted to the Parish Office by Sunday, January 7th.


LEVEL 8  CHOSEN PROGRAM (Ascension Press)
You must create an account in order to access the videos. The email containing the invitation to set up an account is sent to registered families at the start of the program.

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ASSIGNMENTS

STUDENTS: Prior to each online session, complete the following: 

  • Sign in to https://ascensionpress.thinkific.com/users/sign_in.
  • Follow the prompts for each Chapter. The system will indicate that the student has completed each section.
  • Read and complete the Workbook pages for the assigned Lessons.
  • Complete the Reflection Guide for the assigned Lessons.
  • A parent or sponsor must review and sign the Reflection Guide.
  • Memorize assigned Bishop's Questions (provided below)

REFLECTION GUIDES

Completed Reflection Guides must be submitted to the Parish Office by Sunday, January 7th.


CONFIRMATION 2025 DETAILS
 
CONFIRMATION RETREAT--LEVEL 8 Candidates
TBD
Nativity BVM High School
1 Lawtons Hill, Pottsville
Release Form Required

CONFIRMATION REHEARSAL--LEVEL 8 Students and Sponsors
TBD

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION
TBD
Candidates and Sponsors arrive at 4 pm
Service at 4:30 pm

CONFIRMATION FORMS
Submit to the Parish Office by October 15th--Online Registration Form; Saint Report; Sponsor Form; Service Reflections (2)

   
PREPARATION GUIDELINES    
CONFIRMATION ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM     
Bishop_s_Questions.pdf      
CONFIRMATION NAME REPORT    
CONFIRMATION_SPONSOR_FORM.pdf     
SPONSOR_ROLE~Confirmation.pdf    
SPONSOR_AND_CANDIDATE_DISCUSSION.pdf    
CHRISTIAN_SERVICE_REFLECTION    
RETREAT 2024 RELEASE FORM