General Information for Confirmation
The Program
To assist you in preparing your child to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation we offer the following program:
General Information session – Tuesday 20th February at 5pm-6pm – venue- St Gregory the Great School- Parish Room. This session is for all children preparing for any of the Sacraments and their parents. This will also include specific information and the first part of preparation for Reconciliation.
§ Commitment Mass
All children preparing for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist or Confirmation will make their commitment as candidates at Mass on Wednesday 28th February at 5pm at St Gregory’s Parish Church.
§ Preparation Classes – FOR CHILDREN NOT ATTENDING OUR PARISH SCHOOL
All children will attend 5 catechist classes with at least one parent. Children should bring the Family Activity booklet and a pencil case to each session.
Tuesdays: 5pm-6pm Place: St Gregory’s School- Parish Room
Dates: June 4, 11, 18, 25 and in term 3 - July 16,
Retreat & Reflection Day - TBA Workshop evening - TBA
§ Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation – Sunday July 21st (TBC) in St Gregory the Great Parish Church
Dress: Children should be dressed in clothing that marks the day as a special occasion. There is no set dress.
Photography / Videos: To respect the sacred nature of both the Liturgy and the Sacrament the use of mobile phones, cameras and videos during the Children’s Confirmation is not permitted.
§ Age of Candidate
Normally Grade 6 and above. All candidates must be baptised and have evidence of their Baptism.
§ Catechetical Fees: $100 per child per Sacramental program. This fee assists in covering costs of running the program, materials provided, certificates, administration etc. Please include fee with the registration form and Baptismal Certificate.