Confirmation

Per the Diocese of Cleveland, Confirmation preparation at St. Mary will remain a 2-year process, beginning in 7th grade, continuing in 8th grade, culminating with Confirmation in the fall of 9th grade.  However, in fall 2024, our Confirmation preparation will SHIFT from a PSR model to a youth ministry model.  Consequently, Confirmation sessions will MOVE from Sunday mornings to Sunday evenings, as follows:

• Confirmation classes will meet ONE Sunday of each month, September - May
• We will be using the PURPORSE Curriculum from LifeTeen
• Purpose nights will begin with 5pm Mass, followed by a meal and Purpose Session (5pm - 8:30pm)
• Two cohorts will meet simultaneously - Year 1 and Year 2.  Last year's PSR Year 1 students will now meet at the new time/dates!
• Older students seeking Confirmation will join whichever group meets their needs.
• Our team includes our Youth Minister, clergy, and experienced, joyful catechists.

We believe a sense of belonging to a vibrant church community develops during early adolescence.  The faith of young adults thrives when they encounter Christ in prayer, serve Christ in their community, and meet Christ in their peers.  The reason for these changes is to encourage growth and create the space for encounter with Jesus Christ in the Eucharist AND with other Catholic youth.