2024-25 REGISTRATION FOR CONFIRMATION OPENS APRIL 8, 2024!
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St. Ignatius Parish welcomes students in 9th-11th grades to enter preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. To receive the sacrament, one needs to be spiritually ready and open to growing in his or her relationship with God and have a firm foundation in the teachings of our Catholic faith. Regular attendance at weekend Mass is essential to one's spiritual preparation.
Parents' Meeting: Parents are asked to attend one of the informational sessions of Confirmation, Conversation & Coffee to learn about the sacrament prepartion process for students and receive all forms and support materials. Sessions are Sunday, June 9 or Sunday, Sept. 15, 11:30 am-1 pm in the Parish Hall (pick one date). (Students are welcome but not required to attend.)
The Rite of Confirmation will be celebrated on Saturday, March 15, 2025 with Bishop Adam Parker (Mass time to be announced).
Off-campus retreat required: In addition to the classes, candidates will be required to attend an off-campus, full-day Confirmation Retreat on EITHER Saturday, November 16 or Sunday, November 17, 2024.
Service and training: All students in the program are required to compete the Archdiocese Worthy of the Call Training in order to participate in volunteer service at the church. Please contact the Youth Ministry office for information.
A Family Day of Service for candidates and parents will be required on EITHER Saturday, October 12 or Saturday, October 19, 2024, at First Fruit Farms in Freeland, MD. (More details to follow).
For any questions, please contact Caleb Olsen, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, at (410) 879-0959 or caleb.olsen@archbalt.org.