Welcome to Confirmation Preparation! We're so excited!
***All sessions will be in person***
Program Overview
Target Age Group
This program is intended for youth in 9-12th grade of Fall 2021.
For persons beyond this range, please contact Shirley Allen at sallen@stmaryhuntley.org
For persons beyond this range, please contact Shirley Allen at sallen@stmaryhuntley.org
Retreat September 18th or 25th 9 am - 4 pm
The year begins with a one-day retreat for teen participants, referred to as 'candidates' from here on out. This retreat will introduce the purpose of confirmation preparation, allow candidates to meet one another, and review the logistics and expectations for the year. Candidates will choose which retreat day to attend and sponsors do not need to be present. If neither date works, teens are responsible for seeking an alternative confirmation with another parish and give us a written notice of completion from the director.
Parent Meeting September 9th @ 9 am in-person or 7 pm on Zoom
This will be a brief, but crucial explanation of confirmation details and logistics with Fr. DiTomo and Melissa Lucca. Parents and/or guardians are expected to attend. Two parent meetings will be offered to help accommodate schedules, choose one meeting to attend. The morning meeting will be in-person and the evening will be virtual. Link to virtual meeting HERE. The passcode is 078501.
Monthly Sessions
Beginning in October, prep sessions will be held at the beginning of each month through May. These will be held on Sunday's and Monday's. Sponsors are asked to be present at these sessions. If he or she is unable, then a parent or guardian must be present.
Click HERE for the calendar.
Click HERE for the calendar.
Forms
Click HERE for instructions.
Cost
The $100 fee for this program covers the kick-off retreat and educational resources. This can be paid through the online registration platform or with cash or check. Please first email mlucca@stmaryhuntley.org for the discount code that will waive your deposit when registering online and receive further instructions on how to pay in person.
If this is a hardship, please speak with us. We do offer payment plans and scholarships based on financial circumstances.
If this is a hardship, please speak with us. We do offer payment plans and scholarships based on financial circumstances.
Service
Charity is a fundamental Christian virtue. Our program will include opportunities to learn about and live this virtue. Four service hours will be required of each candidate at the locations given by Melissa at future meetings.. These hours must be completed by March 31, 2022. Details will be explained at the parent meeting and retreat.