Meeting Day/Times: Sundays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 

Catechists:  Joe Cruciani, Anne Shea, MaryBeth Philbin-Hannigan, Monique Duross, John Andries, Monica Shea

Books/Materials Used: Catholic Faith Youth Handbook, The Catholic Youth Bible, The Chatechism of the Catholic Church, and LifeTeen Resources
 

Brief Description of Program

 

reaffirms their Catholic Faith that began with their Baptism. By perpetuating the same “grace” received by the Apostles at Pentecost, each Candidate is “sealed and strengthened” by God through the indwelling of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. The Confirmation Program at St. Anne’s seeks to educate, nourish and guide each Candidate for this important step toward their adult life in the Church. 

Confirmation Sacramental preparation is a two-year process divided into Year I and Year II sections. Candidates in Grades 10 to 12, who have completed the two-year (Year I & II) formation process will be eligible to receive the sacrament. Candidates older than 18 will be referred to a meeting with Fr. Albert for proper discernment regarding preparation. 
 

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We will follow the motto of our St. Mary’s Press curriculum: “STUDY IT! PRAY IT! LIVE IT!” within the format of “GATHER, PROCLAIM, BREAK, AND SEND” segments where students will not just receive a teaching on a particular topic, but will have the opportunity to put it together in guided peer-to-peer discussions, group activities, and projects. Regular Mass attendance is required, and the 5:30 pm Sunday Mass is part of the class, as our class work will include the Gospel readings, and themes from Fr. Albert’s homily. To assist students in their preparation for class and to develop ownership of their faith development and practice, students will be asked to signup to serve as readers, ushers, gift bearers, and altar servers for the Mass throughout the year. Also reading assignments or video previews will be given prior to each class. Regular attendance and completion of homework assignments are necessary and essential for students to feel comfortable in their own knowledge and understanding in order to be active participants in class, to serve as mentors to our younger students, and to feel a part of our faith community. 

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Class Dates: 

• September 15 & 22 February 1* & 9 

• October 6 & 27 March 1, 8, 29 

• November 3 & 17 April 26 

• December 8 & 15 May 3 & 17 

• January 5 & 12 

 

Retreats/Special Masses/Sacramental Liturgy: 

• THURSDAY, Sept 12 - Parent/Candidate Info Meeting, at 7:00 p.m. in Parish Hall 

• TBD - Confirmation Retreat - Exact date TBD 

• Nov 17 — Confirmation Inscription Mass, 5:30 p.m. 

• April 10 — Stations of the Cross at 3:00 p.m. 

• Mar/Apr/May 2020 - Confirmation Mass at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Worcester - Exact date TBD by Bishop 

• Going Forth Mass - typically the Sunday following the Confirmation date. 

 

Class Service Projects/Initiatives: 

• *SATURDAY, February 1 - Service Project - Time: TBD  (Sunday, February 2 is Superbowl Sunday - No PM class) 

• Individual and class service initiatives for 2020 Confirmation candidates 

• Interview and Robe Fitting Dates TBD upon confirmation of Confirmation Mass date 

• Rehearsal for 2020 Confirmation candidates and sponsors will be the evening before the Confirmation Mass date in St. Anne Church, if feasible.