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St. Mary's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

Confirmation

 

What is Confirmation?

Confirmation is a strengthening of "baptismal grace" (CCC 1285) whereby one becomes a public witness of the Catholic faith. Confirmation is considered one of the sacraments of Christian initiation and ministered by the bishop. Confirmation preparation is important in helping the baptized understand the full meaning and gift of the graces received, particularly in relation to the Holy Spirit, so that they might be strengthened to go out and proclaim the good news. 

 

Requirements

1) Parishioners who attend Sunday Mass and are known to our Rector Msgr. O'Connor (this is a requirement for our program)

2) Confirmandi must be in Middle School (12-14 years old)

3) A copy of the Confirmandi's Baptismal Certificate ready the 1st day of class

4) For Confirmation Sponsors: a signed letter of good standing from the sponsor's Pastor. Sponsors should be a practicing Catholic - meaning he or she attends Sunday Mass and follows the Precepts of the Catholic Church. 

 

Confirmation Program 

Confirmation for the 2024-2025 academic year will be offered starting in October 2024 and will run through May 2025.  We will be using the Chosen Program from Ascension Press.

 

Classes began in October, and registration is closed for the 2024-2025 Program Year. For more information, please contact Jenna Slotnick at jslotnick@cathedralpdx.org or (503)-770-4791.