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Welcome to the official Sacred Hearts Confirmation Prep Page!

There will be changes coming to our Confirmation preparation process in 2022-2023 - read on for more details below!*

What's New? (Updated June 2022)

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.
Several of our previous Confirmation requirements have changed - please see the list below for more details.
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.
Patricipation 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.
Other requirements include a Confirmation Sponsor Form, Confirmation Saint Name, and a Letter of Intent to be sent to the Bishop.

*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 & ministires
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

Confirmation Info Sessions:
Those desiring the sacrament of Confirmation in Spring 2023 or 2024 are asked to attend one Confirmation Info Session in the Gathering Room of the Church to learn about the new Confirmation process and requirements. You can choose whichever session best fits your schedule (both nights will cover the same information). Please plan to attend at one of the following times:

Sun. August 14th, 2022 at 6pm *OR*
Wed. August 24th, 2022 at 6pm

2022-2023 Confirmation Prep Sessions:
These sessions are for those planning to receive the sacrament of Confirmation in Spring 2023.

Fall 2022 - Candidate and one parent are asked to attend three monthly sessions from September - November. (There will be two different date/time options each month - schedule TBD)
January/February 2023 - A required one-on-one interview will be held with each Confirmation candidate in January/February 2023
Spring 2023 - Candidate and sponsor are asked to attend three monthly sessions from February - April (there will be two different date/time options each month - schedule TBD.)

Required Confirmation Forms:

Click Here for the "Confirmation Sponsor" form (due January 2023)
Click Here for the "Confirmation Saint Name" sheet (due April 2023)
Click Here for the "Bishop Letter of Intent" sheet (due April 2023)

Confirmation 2023: Sunday, May 7th, 2023 at 3pm
Mass will be held at St. Albert the Great Catholic Parish. Rehearsal date/time TBD.

Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary
Catholic Parish & School

Sun Prairie, WI

Confirmation

Welcome to the official Sacred Hearts Confirmation Prep Page!