Our Confirmation program consists of two years of preparation during grade 8 and grade 9 and utilizes the Norwich Diocesan guidelines

• Weekly Mass attendance and Holy Days of Obligation are essential for all students who are enrolled in the Confirmation program.  

• Confirmation students also a special opportunity to participate in the Teen Mass once a month encouraging the exploration of the symbolism and miracle of the Catholic Mass in a hands-on approach.  The Teen Mass is celebrated by Fr. Bill Wallace on the first Sunday of every month at 5:00 pm (October through June) and is a wonderful opportunity to grow in faith among peers.
• SERVICE - community service is our life calling and the students will complete at least 10 hours each year, but are strongly encouraged to carry out a service project of their intiative that connects with one or more of the 7 Themes of Catholic Social Teaching.

 
 
Grade 8
Classes are typically held two times a month on Sunday night for 1.5 hours per session.  Due to the compressed schedule, it is necessary to attend every class.  Students complete 10 hours of service each of the two years.  All students are also privileged to attend a full day retreat as part of their First Year Confirmation preparation.
 
 In preparation of the second year of Confirmation, students must choose a confirmation name, write a saint reflection (about their confirmation saint name), and choose a sponsor. The sponsor must obtain a "Sponsorship Certification" form from their home parish office.
 
Grade 9
Classes are typically held two times a month on Sunday night for 1.5 hours per session.  Due to the compressed schedule, it is necessary to attend every class.  Students will attend a retreat this year as well as penance service and two Sponsor/ Candidate meetings.  Confirmation generally takes place in the spring. Students should have a total of 20 hours of service completed by the spring of Yr II.