WHY BE CONFIRMED?
After having received the sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, and Holy Communion, the last step to be fully initiated in the Catholic Church is to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. While the first three sacraments are particularly geared towards growing in personal holiness, Confirmation is fundamentally the sacrament that empowers us for mission. This means becoming a bold, fearless disciple of Jesus Christ working to bring the Good News of salvation to the world, which longs for peace, joy, hope, and truth.
Receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation is an exciting step in one’s Christian journey. It also marks, not the end, but the beginning of a new chapter in one’s life. Our team at St. Maurice Parish is looking forward to cooperating with you and the Holy Spirit to help your child become the young man or woman that God is calling them to be.
Part of a Lifelong Journey of Faith
Registering your child to receive the sacrament of Confirmation is not just a registration for a class or one time event, but a special part of their lifelong journey in the Catholic faith. Receiving Confirmation is meant to be a celebration within the broader context of daily prayer, weekly Mass attendance (which is expected of all Catholics), yearly reception of the sacrament of Reconciliation and a continued commitment to growing in and practicing the faith.
We encourage you to take this opportunity to integrate into your family rhythm a weekly Mass time that will work for you, if this is not already something that you do.
At St. Maurice, we would love to help you integrate Into our welcoming faith community!
Simply get in touch with the Coordinator to know how to get started!
Registration and Info for Confirmation 2026-27
To register your child for Confirmation Preparation at St. Maurice Church, please complete the online registration form by clicking (here).
Registration Deadline for Confirmation 2026-2027 is Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Schedule of mandatory retreat and classes for Confirmation Preparation for 2026-2027:
NET (National Evangelization Team) Confirmation Retreat: We are pleased to announce that St. Maurice's will host the NET team as part of our Confirmation preparation! This retreat is often one of the most memorable experiences of the Confirmation journey, providing candidates with an opportunity to encounter Christ in a personal way, build community with one another, and prepare their hearts for the year ahead. Through prayer, music, witness talks, and small group activities, they will be invited to deepen their faith and open themselves more fully to the work of the Holy Spirit in their lives.
Children who are registered for Confirmation at St. Maurice Church will be joined by grade 6 classes from our parochial schools, St. Gregory's and John XXIII. Families whose children attend other schools are asked to contact us at the email below, and we will gladly provide a letter requesting your child's attendance at the retreat.
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 9:30 am-1:30 pm
Location: St. Maurice Church-Atrium
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Confirmation Preparation Classes for Registered Children: All Confirmation Preparation Classes will also be held in the Atrium of St. Maurice Church on Sundays from 2 pm-4 pm.
Class #1: Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Please note: for Class #1, one parent is expected to join for a parent information session after dropping off your child/children in the Atrium)
Class #2: Sunday, December 13, 2026
Class #3: Sunday, January 10, 2026
Class #4: Sunday, February 7, 2026
Class #5: Sunday, March 7, 2026
Class #6: Sunday, April 11, 2026
(One parent will be expected to join a parent information session in the New Year as well as for Class #1. This second info session is TBA.
Confirmation Mass and Rehearsal: Dates TBD.
For more information, please email the Confirmation coordinator at: confirmation@stmauriceparish.com
We are excited to share this special year with your family and look forward to walking alongside your children as they prepare to receive the Gifts of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation! We are praying for you!