Confirmation for Children
"But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses".
Acts 1:8
Confirmation for Children
The Confirmation Programme allows the candidates to dive deep into scripture,
understand the Sacrament of Confirmation, and learn about the gifts and the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
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It involves 9 weeks of lessons on Wednesdays (no lessons during school holidays) and also a Confirmation Retreat.
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Who is this programme for?
The programme is designed for children in Year 8, though we accept older children who, for whatever reason, missed the programme at this age. ​​
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When does it begin?
The programme will start on 11 March. Please see all the dates below.
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Are there any costs?
Cost for 9-week programme: $130, which includes:
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Youth Catechism for each child (which they keep)
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Photocopying
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Other course materials needed
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The weekend retreat
No child should miss out on the sacraments due to financial hardship. Please contact Lisa (lisa@holyfamily.nz) to discuss how we can support you.
March 2026
11
Wed
Parent meeting
7:00 PM
18
Wed
Session 1
6 -7:30 PM
25
Wed
Session 2
6 -7:30 PM
April 2026
1
Session 3
Wed
6 -7:30 PM
22
Session 4
Wed
6 -7:30 PM
29
Session 5
Wed
6 -7:30 PM
May 2026
6
Wed
Session 6
6 -7:30 PM
13
Wed
Session 7 + Parent meeting
6 -7:30 PM
20
Wed
Session 8 + Sponsor Night
6 -7:30 PM
27
Wed
Session 9
6 -7:30 PM
June 2026
6
Fri - Sun
Retreat weekend
Time TBC
14
Sun
Confirmation Mass
At OLV, 2 PM