Parents of Confirmation students:
How exciting that your child is going to be completing their initation into the church, which started when they were baptized! Amidst the tumltuous uncertainty and anxiety of the world, the sacraments are direct contact with Jesus Christ! They are the anchors we so desparately need tap into the life of grace so that we can navigate our life on earth. So even in difficulties, let us rejoice in hope and trust; for God is faithful forever!
Sacramental prepartion will be completed both at home and at church. Confirmation preparation classes will meet on one Sunday per month, 11:15-12:45, at St. Joseph Key West. The first session for Confirmation preparation is Sunday, September 19. Parents should plan to attend the first session with their child.
We also offer an opportunity for your child to participate in our weekly youth ministry. Youth ministry is NOT a requirement for your child to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, but it is a good way for your child to live out their faith with other students their age. In youth group we spend time in discussion, prayer, learning, eating dinner, and games - all within a much more relaxed setting than a classroom.
So, to register your child to prepare to receive Confirmation, we ask that you complete the Famiy Faith Formation registration form and mark that you are only signing your child up for Confirmation preparation. Registration, the liability waiver, and social media release can be found here:
The candidates for confirmation and their sponsors do have active roles in the liturgy. Candidates, please click on the "Rite of Confirmation" document below to familizarize yourself with 1) where you are supposed to stand, 2) what you are supposed to say, and 3) when you are supposed to say it.