Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation is a celebration of the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is given to us in a personal way as a Sacrament of Initiation. The Holy Spirit comes to us and empowers us to bear witness to Christ by what we say, what we do, and to help us make good choices as a disciple of Jesus. Our hope is that the process of Confirmation permeates that gift of the Holy Spirit in each Confirmand. The catechism of the Catholic Church says Confirmation roots us more deeply as children of God the Father, it unites us more firmly to Christ, and it increases the gifts of the Spirit within us.It renders our bond with the Church more perfect, and it gives us a special strength to spread and defend our faith. Confirmation should make you feel more a part of the Church!

Parents must adhere to the Baptism Certificate Requirements for Upcoming Sacraments stated below:

A copy of a current Baptism Certificate is required for any sacrament - First Reconciliation, First Eucharist (Communion), Confirmation, Marriage, Holy Orders. The definition of "current" is within six months of the upcoming sacrament. A photocopy of the original certificate issued on the day of baptism is not acceptable. A copy of the current certificate will be placed in the sacrament file.

If your child was baptized a Saint John's, we have a simple form (available below) for you to fill out to request a current copy of the certificate.

If your child was baptized at a church other than Saint John's, you will need to contact that church to request the current certificate. They can send it directly to us here at Saint John's School at 2621 McMenemy St., Little Canada, 55117.

Please keep in mind: a sacrament will not be able to be celebrated as scheduled without a current copy of the baptism certificate on file.

 CONFIRMATION RITE OF ACCEPTANCE
Saturday, October 29, 2011
3:00 pm Opening in the Gym
4:30 pm Mass - Rite of Acceptance

MANDATORY RETREAT
Sunday, February 5, 2012
9:00 am Mass
10:00 am - 4:00 pm Retreat
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CONFIRMATION RITE OF SENDING
Saturday, June 2, 2012
3:30 pm Opening in the Gym
4:30 pm Mass - Rite of Sending
 

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION
Monday, June 4, 2012
7:00 pm
Cathedral of Saint Paul