CONFIRMATION
A Sacrament of initiation
Strengthened by the gifts of the Holy Spirit - Wisdom, Knowledge, Counsel, Fortitude, Understanding, Piety and Wonder & Awe
Catholic Confirmation
Confirmation is the beginning of the rest of our lives as Catholics! It is the moment where you stand up for yourself, claiming that God has a primary place in your life and you are choosing to live differently because of that fact. The Holy Spirit, one again, enters your heart and stirs up the gifts God gave you at Baptism to be your truest self. If you are an adult over 18 years seeking confirmation, please go to the Adult Confirmation page. Typically, Catholics are Confirmed as teenagers, and our regular process is open to High Schoolers as early as Freshmen year.
Confirmation preparation at St. Junipero Serra is a two-year process for high school age teens to help them grow in their relationship with Jesus as His disciples. Candidates will continue their faith formation by participating in class, the sacramental life of the Church, retreat experiences, and service to the community. Candidates are expected to participate in the following:
- Religious Education classes
- Weekly Sunday celebrations of the Eucharist
- Retreats as offered
- Opportunities to serve the community
Who should participate?
Teens in high school who are in need of Confirmation (Confirmation 1 and 2).
When is the "right" time to get confirmed?
In the Diocese of San Bernardino the minimum age for Confirmation is 16, so we encourage teens to consider beginning their preparation as they enter high school. Many will go through the preparation process as usual, while others take more time to discern or wait until they are farther into high school to make this commitment. There are also times, that a baptized Catholic hasn't been confirmed at the ordinary time and we certainly welcome them too. Whether you’re coming back to the Church, considering converting, or preparing to be a Godparent or sponsor, we want to help you see the Gifts of the Holy Spirit that are already at work in your life. Confirmation is all about living your Catholic faith and doing so fully, as God created you. Contact Nicolle to learn more.
When will Confirmation Teens meet?
Our Confirmation classes are held on Wednesdays from 6 - 7:30 pm at St. Junipero Serra. Classes are held twice a month, so please check the calendar to see the schedule of classes.
