The sacrament of Confirmation is the “seal” of God’s promise, the promise of God’s commitment to us; the one promise that is never broken. the sacrament marks us as God’s property, a people set apart. The sacrament of confirmation strengthens the baptismal conferral of the Holy Spirit on those confirmed in order to incorporate them more firmly in Christ. Our bond with the Church is strengthened and we are more closely associated with the Church’s mission as our gifts of the Holy Spirit increase within us. The newly confirmed are strengthened to bear witness to the Christian faith in word and deed, and marks the beginning of a journey toward deeper knowledge of God.
Important Dates for 2022-2023
** Event dates are subject to change**
7TH GRADE
Sunday, September 11, 2022 | 11:30am-1pm
Main Church
Holy Fire
Saturday, October 15, 2022 | 7:30am-2pm
UIC Pavilion
7th Grade Retreat
Saturday, December 10, 2022 | 12-6pm
Diantha Hall
Confirmation Parent/Candidate Morning of Reflection
Saturday March 11, 2023 | 9am-12pm
Main Church
8TH GRADE
Sunday, September 25, 2022 | 11:30am-1pm
Main Church
Holy Fire
Saturday, October 15, 2022 | 7:30am-2pm
UIC Pavilion
Confirmation Parent/Candidate Session
Sunday, October 30, 2022 | 1-3pm
Diantha Hall
Confirmation Sponsor/Candidate Morning of Reflection
Saturday February 4, 2023 | 9am-12pm
Main Church
Confirmation Candidate Retreat
Saturday, April 15, 2023 | 9am-6pm
Diantha Hall
Confirmation Sponsor/Candidate Rehearsal
Thursday, April 27, 2023 | 5:30-7:30pm
Main Church
Confirmation
Friday, April 28, 2023 | 7pm
Bishop Casey
Main Church
Service Opportunities
October | Youth Ministry Pumpkin Sales |
November | Saint Vincent DePaul Pasta Party & Setup |
December | Christmas gifts for our sharing parish |
Cookies with Santa | |
April | Parish Easter Egg Hunt |
Youth Ministry Bake Sale | |
May | Youth Ministry Car Wash |
June | Vacation Bible School Volunteer |
Anytime | Feed My Starving Children |
**Letters to Fr. Jerry and Bishop Casey due to Grant Bright by April 15, 2023 **
**Saint Report due to Grant Bright by April 15, 2023**
**All Candidates for Confirmation must have a copy of his or her Baptismal Certificate on file at St. Mary**