"Preparation for Confirmation should aim at leading the Christian toward a more intimate union with Christ and a more lively familiarity with the Holy Spirit...in order to be more capable of assuming the apostolic responsibilities of Christian life.... Catechesis for Confirmation should strive to awaken a sense of belonging to the Church of Jesus Christ, the universal Church as well as the parish community" (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1309).

Confirmation candidates must complete two years of formal Catholic education either through a faith formation program or Catholic school. Who is eligible for Confirmation? Any student in 9th-12th grade who has completed all sacramental prep requirements. 

To be eligible for the Sacrament candidates must:

-Be registered parishioners of St Mary of the Assumption Taylor
-Participate regularly in Sunday Mass, Holy Days and the Sacrament of Reconciliation
-Attend weekly Confirmation sacramental prep sessions
-Attend a Confirmation retreat
-Complete service hours
-Complete a Confirmation saint essay
-Complete a Confirmation interview 

To register:
1) Please complete the online form and submit the payment.
2) Submit a Copy of the Baptismal Certificate.
3) Download, read and complete Confirmation Program Packet.

For questions about Confirmation preparation please contact Kate Barta at kate.barta@stmarystaylor.org or call 512-352-2133.