Attend Orientation

Complete the Information/Intention forms that were mailed to you with your invitation and return them at the orientation session on April 28, 2024 at 10:30 pm.

*If you did not receive an invitation letter please contact the parish office.

 Submit Confirmation Fee &       Registration Form

   The confirmation fee supplements the various                   components of our confirmation program. Please
   attach this sheet with your fee and turn in to the parish     office. (see link below)

Submit a Copy of Your Baptismal Certificate

For those NOT baptized at Holy Spirit parish, please contact the parish of baptism and request a copy of the candidates baptismal certificate.

Attend Summer Gathering

Your journey of discipleship began with baptism. With the nice summer weather, water and the Spirit will be our focus at this gathering on July 25, 2024 from 6:30 - 9:00 pm.

Participate in Rite of Enrollment

June 2 Express your desire to be confirmed during one of the Sunday liturgies. More details on the link below.

Register & Attend Sunday Morning Youth Ministry Formation Sessions

Session will begin Sunday, September 8, 2024. Those preparing for Confirmation are expected to attend all the formation sessions held Sunday mornings from 10:30-11:50am leading up to the celebration of the sacrament. Registration link below.

"Catechetical formation should lead up to and follow the 
steps of the initiation process" ~ from The National Directory for Catechesis

Select a Sponsor

Choosing a confirmation sponsor is an important decision. There are many aspects to consider. Here are some tips and information to aid sponsors in their roles.
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​After a candidate has chosen their sponsor, please inform us of their choice by submitting the sponsor selection form.

Then request that the candidate ask their sponsor to please complete and submit this sponsor certificate verifying their eligibility to be a sponsor.

If you need assistance in selecting a sponsor, please contact Cathy Kasza.

Complete Video Series with Sponsor

Watch this series of three videos with your sponsor and complete the questions together. Recommended to be done in a few different sessions. Submit questions before the Confirmation Retreat in October.

(see links below)

Attend Guest Speaker Session

Attend the guest speaker session with your parent and/or sponsor on Sunday, September (TBD) from 6:30- 8:30 pm at Holy Spirit Parish. 

Attend Confirmation Retreat

October 20, 2024 @ ​9:00 am to 4:00 pm
​Candidates, along with a parent or sponsor, spend the day deepening their relationship with Jesus and others. Register for the Confirmation retreat at the link below.

* Non-parishioners, please contact the parish office.

Celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation

All candidates must celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation close to the time of their confirmation. Opportunities at Holy Spirit parish include:

• At the Confirmation Retreat
• During parish opportunities after mass (see bulletin for exact dates)
• By appointment

Act of Contrition

My God, I am sorry for my sins with all my heart. In choosing to do wrong and failing to do good, I have sinned against you whom I should love above all things. I firmly intend, with your help, to do penance, to sin no more, and to avoid whatever leads me to sin. Our Savior Jesus Christ suffered and died for us. In his name, my God, have mercy.

Select a Confirmation Name

Bishop Bonnar requests that candidates for the Sacraments of Confirmation use an officially recognized Saint's name from the Roman Catholic Church.

Use the links below to for information on how to choose a name and a list of possible Saints. Then complete and submit the Confirmation Name Form indicating the name of the saint you have choosen. (see links below)

Participate in Rehearsal for Confirmation Liturgy

Rehearsal for candidates and sponsors will take place before the liturgy. See the information below under Arrival Time. 

Confirmation Liturgies

Confirmation celebrations are held at St. Paul Parish in North Canton on November 16th, 2024. Families can choose to celebrate the Sacrament at either the 10:30am or 2:00pm Mass times. Please discuss which works best for your family and submit your choice.

*Final dates are set by the Bishops office.
Families will be notified of the date as soon as dates
become known.

Arrival Time for Confirmation Liturgies:

• Candidates & Sponsors - 1 hour before mass begins (for rehearsal)
• Family & Friends - must be seated 10 minutes before mass begins

Attire for Liturgy

• Male – suit or dress pants, dress shirt, tie, colored dress socks (no white), dress shoes, jacket if have one (do not buy one for this occasion but if need it for something else then go ahead)
• Female – modest dress or skirt & blouse, dress shoes (no flip flops), no shirts or dresses with thin straps unless wearing non see- through jacket/sweater/top that is to be worn at ALL times
• ​Appropriate jewelry, hair, and facial grooming​​