Growth in faith is a life long process.  It is essential that opportunities which foster formation and growth be continually offered for all persons in our faith communities.  It is within the context of this on-going growth in faith of the community and the candidate that Confirmation and the preparation for the sacrament should be understood.

Given the current pastoral practices of the Diocese of Buffalo, if a young person requests confirmation during the high school years, this celebration takes place ideally when the candidate is in the eleventh or twelfth grade which allows for adequate comprehensive and systematic catechesis.

Parish centered Confirmation preparation is to be a special process distinct from and in addition to the on-going adult or youth catechesis which the parish provides.  Sacramental catechesis has a focus that differs from parish/school religious formation.  The Diocese provides general preparation guidelines for Confirmation and guidelines for liturgy planning and music selection.

Additional Resources:

Adult Resources

Adults Seeking Confirmation  (CHART)  Share this chart with those adults seeking Confirmation for a fruitful conversation.  It should give all involved an idea that a variety of prep-work is probably necessary and needed!  (Prayer, Learning & Service)

Confirmation - Parents Guide

Confirmation: Strengthened by the Spirit, Called to Action United States Conference of Catholic Bishops 

Contact the Department of Lifelong Faith Formation for more information.