The Sacrament of Confirmation | The Spirit of Christ
7th Grade Prep – Year 1
📌 Diocesan Requirements for Confirmation
To be properly prepared for the Sacrament of Confirmation, the Diocese of Greensburg requires:
- 30 Hours of Faith Formation each year of middle school
- 12-18 Additional Hours of specific Confirmation Preparation each year
- 2 year preparation program
- Attendance at a Diocesan Retreat/Reflection Day
- Service to our parish
📅 Faith Formation Opportunities
To help your child meet these requirements, we offer five opportunities each month. Students are expected to attend at least 2 of the 5 each month, but are welcome—and encouraged—to attend more for the most complete catechetical formation.
- Youth Group
2 Sundays per month at St. Barbara | 5:00–6:30 PM - Bible Study
2 Tuesdays per month at St. Regis | 5:30–7:30 PM - Seasonal Event
1 Wednesday per month at St. Barbara | 6:00–8:00 PM
A complete calendar will be included in your packet, published in the bulletin and sent out regularly on Flocknote.
✝️ Confirmation-Specific Preparation (Year One)
In addition to monthly formation, Year One Confirmation Candidates are required to attend two special preparation sessions:
- Wednesday, September 24 at St. Regis
- Wednesday, February 18 at St. Regis
These sessions are mandatory and are designed to lay the foundation for deeper understanding and readiness for the sacrament.
🚌 Chrism Mass Pilgrimage – April 2 (Optional for Year One)
All Year One students are invited to attend the Chrism Mass Pilgrimage:
- Date: Wednesday, April 2
- Departure: 9:00 AM from St. Barbara
- Return: 3:00 PM
- Details: We will attend Mass, enjoy lunch together, and return in the afternoon.
- Note: PT students are off that day. If your child is in another district, I can provide a religious absence excuse.
While this is optional for Year One, it is a required event in Year Two.
This formation process is not just about fulfilling requirements—it is about preparing hearts and minds to receive the Holy Spirit. Thank you for your partnership in forming young disciples!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.Amelia Steele [email protected] or 724-600-4352
8th Grade Prep – Year 2
📌 Diocesan Requirements for Confirmation
To be properly prepared for the Sacrament of Confirmation, the Diocese of Greensburg requires:
- 30 Hours of Faith Formation each year of middle school
- 12-18 Additional Hours of Confirmation Preparation
- Attendance at a Diocesan Retreat/Reflection Day
- Service to our parish
🕊️ Choose One Retreat Date
You must register your child for one of the following Diocesan retreats:
- Friday, October 4
- Tuesday, October 22 (Religious excuse available for school)
- Friday, January 17
This retreat is a vital part of your child’s preparation.
⛪ Monthly Faith Formation Opportunities
To fulfill the 30-hour Faith Formation requirement, we offer 5 options per month. Students are expected to attend at least 2 each month, but may attend more for a richer experience.
- Youth Group: 2 Sundays/month at St. Barbara | 5:00–6:30 PM
- Bible Study: 2 Tuesdays/month at St. Regis | 5:30–7:30 PM
- Seasonal Event: 1 Wednesday/month at St. Barbara | 6:00–8:00 PM
A complete calendar will be included in your packet, published in the bulletin and sent out regularly on Flocknote.
📖 Confirmation-Specific Preparation
Held once per month on a Tuesday at St. Regis, these sessions are mandatory for all confirmandi.
🚌 Chrism Mass Pilgrimage – April 2 (Mandatory for year 2)
We will conclude our preparation with a pilgrimage to the Chrism Mass.
- Date: Wednesday, April 2
- Time: Depart at 9:00 AM, Return at 3:00 PM (from St. Barbara)
- Note: PT has no school that day. If your child is in a different district, I can provide a religious absence excuse.
🙏 Confirmation Mass – TBD
- Rehearsal: TBD (Sponsor & Confirmandi must attend)
- Mass: TBD at 6:00 PM
- Please be seated no later than 5:30 PM
- Approximate duration: 2 hours
- Photos with the Bishop will follow in the church and social hal
Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I’m looking forward to walking with your family on this journey of faith and sacramental preparation!
Amelia Steele [email protected] or 724-600-4352
Official Sponsor guidelines can be found on our diocesan web page