Completion of all seven topic modules of the following mini-courses and or experiences is required before being considered ready to enroll in the Confirmation Preparation process. It is expected that most young people will complete them over the course of the two years of junior high.
Trinity – Just who is this God that we are invited to follow? Do I even matter to God? What is meant by having a relationship with Jesus? In 2 sessions you will be introduced to the “mystery” of God as 3 persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
The Church – Why does church matter? What does it mean to belong to the Body of Christ? How does someone really live the Christian life? You have a choice of two different formats: The first, is a 5-week traditional style class (book and discussion) while the second is a more hands-on style experience (scheduled at various times).
Jesus – An Advent and Lent Retreat is designed to be a day of friends and fun all while discovering who the person of Jesus was and is. Each will be held on a Sunday afternoon during Advent and Lent respectively, to meet Jesus Incarnate. OR Learn about Jesus' life in the context of Holy Week. There will be a 2 hour prep session, and then you will be required to attend Holy Week liturgies and a 1 hour follow-up session will complete this experience.
The Kingdom of God – Our world is a bit of a mess these days. Violence, war, ISIS, bombings, discrimination against people who are different and lots of other issues that overwhelm and take away peace. How can we learn to live differently? The Kingdom of God offers us another way. Learn about it in a week-long session by helping as a counselor at Vacation Bible School July 22nd-29th OR attend a weekend away at SNOWCAMPS.
Revelation – How do we know God is real? This is a question that most people have at some point in their life. The difference for those who discover the ways to notice and relate with God is life changing. You can choose to learn about the ways the Catholic Church teaches to find God through a Dynamic Catholic Event on Sunday, September 15th from 1-5PM.
Sacraments – Catholicism is a religion of the senses. We celebrate and ritualize moments of life modelled after Jesus’ life. Come learn why we do the things we do. is a 5-week traditional style class (book and discussion).
Morality – What does it mean to live a moral life? God has a plan for each of us and our Catholic faith teaches us the boundaries to live within that will make us truly happy. Explore Catholic Social Teachings with a 4-week Movies with a Message session.