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Confirmation
"O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams." —St. Augustine
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The Sacrament of Confirmation is the third of the three sacraments of Christian Initiation (along with Baptism and Eucharist). In Confirmation, we receive a deepening of the Holy Spirit, just as the disciples received at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-11). It perfects baptismal grace, and seals us with the gift of the Holy Spirit to root us more firmly in Christ, and strengthen our bond with the Church. It is Sacred and requires preparation just like the other Sacraments.
In the Diocese of Richmond, the Sacrament of Confirmation is typically conferred in 10th grade, however, teens who are in 11th and 12th grade may also receive the Sacrament. We invite all teens in grades 10th - 12th to discern the choice to receive the gift of the Sacrament of Confirmation.What are the components of Youth Confirmation preparation?
- Attend weekly Mass and Holy Days of Obligation
- Confirmation Preparation Orientation meeting (Parent and Teen)
- Confirmation Preparation Sessions
- Confirmation Retreat
- Confirmation Rehearsal and Liturgy
Please Note: SJA teens interested in Confirmation Preparation, regardless of which High School they attend (public, private, homeschool or CHS) should register for Confirmation Preparation at St. John's.
For more information or to ask questions about the Sacrament of Confirmation, please feel free to reach out to us.
Canonical Requirements of being a sponsor:
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Must be at least 16 years old.
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Must be a fully initiated Catholic and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist.
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Must practice the faith (go to Mass every Sunday, receive Reconciliation at least once per year, pray daily etc.)
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Must be married in the Catholic Church OR single and living a chaste life.
Expectations of the Sponsor:
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submit the Confirmation Sponsor Attestation Form (responsibility of the sponsor to complete)
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to attend the Confirmation rehearsal and Confirmation liturgy (dates to be decided)
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to live a strong example of the faith for their candidate
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Veronica Litwinowiczyouthministersjavb.orgDirector of Youth Ministry
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Colleen Fickelcfickelsjavb.orgAdministrative Assistant, Religious Education Registration
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Youth Confirmation Registration
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Registration opens June – September 30.
Family MUST be registered in the Parish before enrolling in our Confirmation Preparation Program. Parish Registration forms can be found here.What forms need to be turned in?
- Parish Registration Form (if not already registered)
- Confirmation Registration (online or printed)
- Parental/Guardian Consent Form and Liability Waiver
- Baptismal Record with First Communion notations (if teen has not received Baptism or First Communion at St. John's)
- Sponsor Attestation Form
Fee and Payment Options:
$50/per teen
Payment can be made by:
Online with Credit card or PayPal
Check (made out to SJA Parish), ATTN: Colleen Fickel
Exact Cash submitted to the Parish Office, ATTN: Colleen Fickel
Mail forms or check to:
St. John the Apostle Church
Attn: Colleen Fickel
1968 Sandbridge Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
All are invited to register and participate regardless of ability to contribute financially. Please contact Veronica Litwinowicz at [email protected] or Colleen Fickel at [email protected] to inquire about financial assistance.
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Registration for Confirmation 2023 opens June 2022
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Adult Confirmation
Are you an active, practicing Catholic adult who “missed” participating in The Sacrament of Confirmation? We invite you to enter the short process of preparation at St. John the Apostle Church. Sessions are offered in the Fall and the Spring, To find out more, contact John Domingo at [email protected]
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