Confirmation - High School Ministry

2025-26 Registration Available
July 15 - August 31, 2025

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION
FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

A whole family journey for those with teens,
Grades 9-12, preparing to celebrate their Confirmation. This process also includes the Sacrament of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Communion for those teens still in need of full initiation or are missing sacraments.

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Sponsor Guidelines

FAITH FORMATION'S THREE-PART MODEL

Faith Formation at Holy Name of Mary parish fosters a life-long journey of discipleship for the whole family. Our primary mission is encounters with Christ for children, teens and their parents. Our 2025-26 program includes the following three components:

In-person, age-specific sessions led by faith-filled volunteers.

Teens attend Confirmation sessions
Teens participate in Youth Ministry events such as:
- Ignite Youth Ministry
- Confirmation Student Aide
- Eucharistic Adoration
- EDGE Middle School Youth Ministry Core Member

Gatherings to grow families of disciples

September Orientation for all families
Attend special events & Masses:
- Adoration
- Worship Nights
- Parish led events
Complete Family Service Projects

Opportunities for parents/guardians to deepen their connection to Christ

Parents/Guardians participate in parish adult events/ministries
Attend one retreat in the year. (See below for dates)

Sacrament Preparation Program Fees

Registration does not include the cost of retreat.

Retreat fees will be collected separately leading up to the weekend the teen chooses to attend.

Year 1: $180
Year 2: $200
Retreat: $200-250

CONFIRMATION REQUIREMENTS

For Teens:
- Attend the Confirmation Meetings
- Attend Youth Ministry Events
- Attend a weekend retreat
- Choose a Confirmation Sponsor
- Complete Confirmation Saint Project

For Families:
- Attend Confirmation Family Orientation
- Attend & Participate in special events & Masses
- Complete Family Service Projects where families will work together to give back to the community!
For Adults:
- This can consist of the teen's parents/guardians, grandparents, aunts/uncles, and many more!
- Attend & participate in parish adult events
- Attend 1 of 3 Parent/Guardian retreats.
- Attend the Sponsor and Candidate Event

TEEN SESSIONS DAYS & TIMES

Teen sessions are typically held once or twice a month. Teens attend the session day & time they choose from the following three options during registration.

For Year 1 & 2 Confirmation Preparation

Sunday 3:15-4:30pm
- 1st Year
- 2nd Year
Sunday 6:30-7:45pm
- 1st Year
- 2nd Year
Monday 7:00-8:15pm
- 1st Year
- 2nd Year

Save the Dates

Confirmation Family Orientation:
Week of September 22

September 21: Sunday 3:15-4:30pm
September 21: Sunday 6:30-7:45pm
September 22: Monday 7:00-8:15pm

Confirmation Teen Sessions Begin:
Week of October 5

October 5: Sunday 3:15-4:30pm
October 5: Sunday 6:30-7:45pm
October 6: Monday 7:00-8:15pm

Parent/Guardian Retreat:
Choose 1 of the following to attend. 1 adult is required to attend however it is strongly encouraged to have 2 adults attend. This is a FREE event starting at 6:30pm in the hall.

Dates TBD

Sponsor and Candidate Event
We strongly encourage all candidates and sponsors to attend 1 of 2 events together. This is a FREE event starting at 6:30pm in the hall.

Dates TBD

Program Requirements

We follow the Archdiocesan guideline that every child/teen participates in two years of a faith formation program prior to the celebration of sacraments.

To register, parents need to submit a Baptismal Certificate and First Holy Communion Certificate OR a Birth Certificate for unbaptized youth preparing for full initiation (Baptism, Communion, Confirmation).

Request your Child's Baptism or Communion Certificate

Weekend Retreat Details

All teens in Confirmation are required to attend at least one retreat in the 2 year process. Each year, the teens tell us that their retreat was a pivotal moment in their faith journey. Our weekend retreats provide a dynamic and faith-filled experience that gives teens an opportunity to deepen their relationship with God.

The retreat is 3 days filled with fun activities, powerful talks, testimonies, small group discussions, Reconciliation, Adoration and the celebration of the Mass.

Please see the additional form provided upon registering for Confirmation.

RETREAT DATES

Dates TBD

For any questions, comments, and/or concerns, contact Talia Robles. talia@hnmparish.org (909) 599-1243 ext. 220.

Our Spring 2024 Retreat

Volunteers Needed!!!

We need you to volunteer to share your faith! What does it mean to be a catechist or helper? Catechists and helpers are disciples of Jesus who are living out the call to share the Good News with young people. The primary qualifications are a love of the Lord and a desire to nurture the faith of children. Materials and training are provided.

To pray and discuss if this ministry is right for you, please call Talia Robles.