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Confirmation at St. Mary-Solon Preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation takes place throughout the 8th grade year. They are confirmed in the fall of their 9th grade year and welcomed into the high school youth group. Sessions are on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 Confirmation Formation Includes: Participate in the Celebration of the Sunday Eucharist Participate in the Confirmation Lessons Approach the journey with an open mind and an open heart Commit to daily prayer; a desire to know, love & follow Christ 
8th Grade 2019-20 SCHEDULE
6:30-7:40 Wednesday Nights September 11 6:30-7:40 Small Groups September 18 6:30-7:40 Small Groups September 25 6:30-7:40 Small Groups October 2 6:30-7:40 Small Groups October 9 6:30-7:40 Small Groups October 16 6:30-7:40 Small Groups October 23 6:30-7:40 Small Groups October 30 6:30-7:40 Small Groups November 6 6:30-7:40 Small Groups November 13 6:30-7:40 Small Groups November 20 6:30-7:40 Small Groups December 4 6:30-7:40 Small Groups December 11 6:30-7:40 Small Groups December 18 6:30-7:40 Small Groups January 1 No Class January 8 6:30-7:40 Small Groups January 15 6:30-7:40 Small Groups January 22 6:30-7:40 Small Groups January 29 6:30-7:40 Small Groups February 5 6:30-7:40 Small Groups February 12 6:30-7:40 Small Groups February 19 6:30-7:30 Small Groups February 26 No Class-Ash Wednesday Mass 6:30 March 4 6:30-7:40 Small Group March 11 6:30-7:40 Small Group March 18 No Class-Spring Break March 25 6:30-7:40 Small Group April 1 6:30-7:40 Small Groups April 8 6:30-7:40 Small Groups April 15 6:30-7:40 Small Groups April 22 6:30-7:40 Small Groups April 29 6:30-7:40 Small Groups Parents -
the #1 spiritual influence! In a recent study by the National Study on Youth and Religion (an intensive study of thousands of teens), the majority of teenagers named their parents as their number one spiritual influence. Parents show their children, by example what it means to be a disciple of the Lord. A teens' faith tends to mimic that of mom and dad. We involve the parents in this formation process—to give you a shared experience and foundation on which to discuss important faith and life issues |
What is the Sacrament of Confirmation?
FIRST, What it's NOT: It is not graduation from religion classes. It is not when young people accept the faith for themselves. It is not a passage into spiritual adulthood. THEN, What is it? It is a gift. A gift that can be received at any age. It is one of seven sacramental ways Jesus enters our souls—for a reason. 2,000 years ago, St. Paul describes this sacrament in his letter to Timothy: “I remind you to stir into flame the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands. For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control. So do not be ashamed of your testimony to our Lord...but bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes form God. He saved us and called us to a holy life. Take as your norm faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard this with the help of the holy Spirit that dwells within us." CHOSEN reminds us-- it is not so much about us choosing God, but that God first chose us for a life in his Son.Teens will come to see how the sacraments, prayer, and discipleship are the keys to a happy life. Chosen challenges and empowers teens to fully embrace a life in Christ.It helps them encounter & build a personal relationship with Christ.
We chose this program to help: engage, educate, encourage and empower our young people for the mission they've been given through their baptism. The mission that is not done alone in the battle fields of the world but with the amazing and awe-inspiring fire-filled power of the Holy Spirit. |
What Parents Can Do:
HOW YOU LIVE:
- JOIN US We will ask you to join us for several parent sessions throughout the year. Let your support and desire to grow in faith be a witness for our young people. God has entrusted us with these souls - be a part of giving them deep faith roots - and yourself in the process.
- MASS What is the gift Jesus wishes to give you? His very body & blood, offered to the Father, for your good. It is the closest you can bring your child to God - this side of Heaven.
- RECONCILIATION Because Christ knows we stray from the path and he wants to give us the gift of his healing and strength to get us reoriented towards heaven.
HOW YOU PRAY:
- PRAY DAILY It is easier then you think: Pick up a free October "Word Among Us" at church this weekend. Go toguslloyd.com and sign-up for his daily 60 second email reflections. Go to LoyolaPress and sign-up for daily 3 minute retreat videos.
- PRAY WITH YOUR CHILD Use the booklet we gave out - to read & reflect on the Sunday Gospel with your son/daughter. What is the Gospel, the Good News? That God loved us, sent his Son for us, his Son gave his life for us, Jesus shows us the way to the Father and journeys through life by our side. There is no better news to share with your children.
- PRAY FOR YOUR CHILD Because your prayers are powerful!