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In the Archdiocese of Washington it is a requirement that anyone wanting to receive the sacrament of Confirmation receive at least two years of Confirmation preparation.
Here at St. Rose, students typically begin their first year of Confirmation Prep in 7th grade in order to receive the sacrament in the spring of their 8th grade year. We offer Confirmation prep classes for older teens who have received other Sacraments and would like to be confirmed. For more information, please contact the Director of Youth Ministry.
The Confirmation Retreat will be held at Camp Wabanna in Edgewater, MD from February 16-18, 2024.
All confirmation candidates are required to attend. This retreat is a wonderful opportunity to deepen your faith and learn from older teens and adults about our Catholic identity and ways to strengthen your relationship with God during and after the Confirmation preparation process. Parents are welcome to join as adult leaders for the groups.
Registration Steps for Confirmation Retreat in February 2024
Bath Needs-towel, washcloth, soap, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo
Appropriate sleepwear
Warm clothing (we will be going outdoors for portions of the retreat) warm shoes, hat, gloves, coat, and clothing for the three days we will be away.
Please send a refillable water bottle with their name written on it.
Please send any medication that you have mentioned on the registration form in a marked container. Each child is responsible for administering their own medications.
Please do not bring electronic devices. Cell phones are permitted during break times. The Wi-Fi and cell reception can be very poor at times.
Sponsor Requirements:
Service is both an attitude and an action that flows naturally from one’s baptismal call as a grateful response to God’s gifts. Through service, candidates participate more fully in the life of the Church and learn ways to use their gifts in service to the parish and community. Candidates are encouraged to document their service experience as they prepare for Confirmation.
Please check out the resources below on ways to serve:
We will be having two Family Sessions in which a Parent and/or Sponsor must attend a Zoom meeting with the Confirmation Candidate. It is expected that families will attend all sessions as part of the Confirmation preparation.
Family Session #2 Sponsor + Confirmation Candidate (choose one)