Confirmation
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Confirmation 2023-2024
Faith Formation Families,As you know, we are currently going through changes at our parish with “Into the Deep.” So far these changes have not been too vast, and that is a goal for this first year as we get to know our new parishes and learn how we can best work together in the future. However, Faith Formation is in a unique position because of recent staff departures, both at Sacred Hearts and St. Albert’s. These vacancies require us to make some changes in our Faith Formation program this year.
- K-5 will remain as in prior years both at Sacred Hearts and St. Albert’s. Families should register their child(ren) with their respective church. At Sacred Hearts, classes will be held Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30pm, starting each week in the church and moving to the school after our gospel reflection.
- However, 6-8th grade Formation will be a combined Sacred Hearts/St. Albert’s program. All sessions will be hosted at St. Albert’s church. Families will have the option to choose class on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:15 pm OR on Sunday mornings from 9:00-10:15 am. More information and registration can be found on their parish website here: Religious Education Information - St. Albert the Great Catholic Church - Sun Prairie, WI.
- Confirmation will also be a combined Sacred Hearts/St. Albert’s ministry this year. You can register for confirmation at either parish (on-line only at Sacred Hearts). There will be 6 required sessions during the year. Each session will have 2 dates (Wednesday at Sacred Hearts/Sunday at St. Albert’s) to choose from. The date of Confirmation has not been finalized yet, but will be shared as soon as it is known.
I know that changes can sometimes be tough, but your patience and your understanding are greatly appreciated as we strive as a Pastorate to still provide you with a strong Faith Formation program amidst the changes that we are going through.
Please reach out to myself at paul.jozwiak@shjmp.org or Jerry Baggot (Director of Religious Education at St. Alberts) at jerry@saintalberts.org with any questions or concerns that you may have.
Thank you,
Paul Jozwiak
Director of K-8 Faith Formation and Middle School Youth Ministry, Sacred Hearts
Welcome to the official Sacred Hearts Confirmation Prep Page!
There are changes coming to our Confirmation preparation process in 2023-2024. Read on for more details below, and scroll to the bottom of this page to register for Confirmation Preparation during the 2023-2024 school year.
What's New? (Updated July 2022)
- Several of our previous Confirmation requirements have changed - please see the list below for more details.
- Spring of 9th grade has been the normative year for students to receive the sacrament of Confirmation, but students are welcome to begin preparations whenever they discern that they are prepared and willing.
- Participation in monthly Confirmation Preparation Sessions, adult participation, and a Confirmation Candidate Interview are required for your child to receive Confirmation.
- Monthly Confirmation Prep Sessions will be held in the Fall (Sep-Nov, along with a parent in attendance) and in the Spring (Feb-Apr, along with the sponsor in attendance) of the year leading up to the sacrament of Confirmation.
- There will be a preparation fee of $40 for each Confirmation candidate.
- Other requirements include a Confirmation Sponsor Form, Confirmation Saint Name, and a Letter of Intent to be sent to the Bishop.
- Gr. 9 students are no longer required to attend "Confirmation Classes" through Religious Education in order to receive the sacrament of Confirmation. They are, however, strongly encouraged to participate in a High School Small Faith Group as well as the additional Youth Ministry events, retreats, and service opportunities offered throughout the year.
*Wondering why these changes are going into effect? Click here to read more about the philosophy behind these changes! And please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any questions and concerns.
Summary of Formation Recommendations
(Year prior to beginning Confirmation Preparation -typically 8th Grade)
- Enrollment in Religious Education Classes or participation in Religious Education at a Catholic School
- Participation in Youth Ministry events (including retreats & service opportunities)
- Family participation in Parish events & ministries
- Attend 1 Confirmation Information Session (with a parent - Summer prior to beginning preparations)
Summary of Formation Requirements & Recommendations
(Year of Confirmation Preparation - typically 9th Grade)
Required- Monthly Fall Confirmation Prep Sessions (attended with a parent)
- Monthly Spring Confirmation Prep Sessions (attended with a sponsor)
- Confirmation Sponsor Form
- Candidate Interview with RE Leaders
- Confirmation Saint Name chosen
- Letter of Intent to be sent to the Bishop
Highly Recommended- Participation in HS Small Faith Group
- Participation in HS Youth Ministry service events, retreats, and large group opportunities
- Family participation in parish events & ministries
Currently 9th grade is the normative year for Confirmation preparation. If you would like to receive the Sacrament earlier contact Paul Jozwiak at Paul.Jozwiak@shjmp.org and we will forward your request to Fr. William who will schedule a meeting with you to determine when and how that will proceed.
2023-2024 Confirmation Prep Sessions:
These sessions are for those planning to receive the sacrament of Confirmation in Spring 2024.- Fall 2023 - Candidate and one parent are asked to attend three monthly sessions from September - November. (There will be two different date/time options each month covering the same information - plan to attend the one that best fits your schedule.)
- Wed. Sept. 27 from 6-8pm at Sacred Hearts OR Sun. Oct. 1 from 6-8pm at St. Albert
- Wed. Oct. 25 from 6-8pm at Sacred Hearts OR Sun. Oct. 29 from 6-8pm at St. Albert
- Wed. Nov. 15 from 6-8pm at Sacred Hearts OR Sun. Nov. 19 from 6-8pm at St. Albert
- January 2024 - A required one-on-one interview will be held with each Confirmation candidate in January 2024
- Spring 2024 - Candidate and sponsor are asked to attend three monthly sessions from February - April (There will be two different date/time options each month covering the same information - plan to attend the one that best fits your schedule.)
- Wed. Feb. 7 from 6-8pm at Sacred Heart OR Sun. Feb. 11 from 6-8pm at St. Albert
- Wed. Mar. 6 from 6-8pm at Sacred Heart OR Sun. Mar. 10 from 6-8pm at St. Albert
- Wed. Apr. 10 from 6-8pm at Sacred Heart OR Sun. Apr. 14 from 6-8pm at St. Albert
- Confirmation: Spring 2024 TBD
Required Confirmation Forms:- Click Here for the "Confirmation Sponsor" form (due January 2024)
- Click Here for the "Confirmation Saint Name" sheet (due April 2024)
- Click Here for the "Bishop Letter of Intent" sheet (due April 2024)
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