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The celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation typically takes place in the spring of a teen's 8th grade year (however, anyone older than that can also receive Confirmation with the adequate preparation). The Diocese requires a two year preparation process (usually 7th and 8th grade). Of course "faith formation" is a life-long process....so youth should be involved in faith formation sessions every year!
All 8th graders go on a weekend retreat at The PInes Catholic Camp...in preparation for Confirmation. See "forms" section for registration information. (If a teen, preparing for Confirmation is older, then they join the C.R.E.W. High School Teens on the "GETAWAY" retreat)
There is also a "day retreat" for all 7th graders called "Super Saturday" - this takes place the day before Super Bowl Sunday and includes games, Faith connecting activities, talks, music, pizza, etc. The theme is "Be a Super-hero in Christ!"
For more information about the process, please contact the Youth Ministry staff.
And check out the "What Breaks Your Heart?" Service Learning HOW TO guide packet and WBYH Resource Info packets. Start to plan your family service learning experiences today!