Confirmation
“Like Baptism which it completes, Confirmation is given only once, for it too imprints on the soul an indelible spiritual mark, the “character,” which is the sign that Jesus Christ has marked a Christian with the seal of his Spirit by clothing him with power from on high so that he may be his witness.”
Teen Confirmation Preparation
Confirmation is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation into the Catholic Church. Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which closely unites us with Christ and equips us to live actively in the Church.
Registration for Confirmation 2024-25 has closed!
Contact Monique Gill, mgill@stjohnsp.org for more information.
Who Can Be Confirmed?
Baptized high school teens, rising 9th grade through 11th grade (ages 14-16). Baptismal Certificate and date of First Holy Eucharist required.
Who Can Be Confirmation Sponsor?
Sponsors must be:
a practicing Catholic;
at least 16 years of age;
received the three Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation;
attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days of Obligation regularly;
Sponsors may NOT be a parent.
What are the Program Requirements?
Our program revolves around Formation, Family, and Sending Forward.
What is a Sponsor Letter of Eligibility?
If your sponsor is not a St. John the Evangelist parishioner, we will need verification from the parish where they are registered.
Sponsors may contact their parish office to have the letter sent directly to our offices.
When Does Confirmation Prep Begin and End?
Adult Confirmation Preparation
Adults who have not been confirmed should contact us at 410-647-4884 or at catholic@stjohnsp.org to set up an appointment to discuss the preparation process. Additionally, these adults are encouraged to participate in Discovering Christ if they have not yet done so.