Confirmation Preparation for High School Students

To be eligible for Confirmation, a candidate must

• Be in grade 10, 11 or 12 in the 2010 - 2011 school year; 
• Be baptized in the Catholic Church; 
• Have received First Communion and Reconciliation; and 
• Be registered in St. Augustine Church. 

For those who have completed high school, please inquire about the Adult Confirmation program.  

To be Confirmed…

1. Candidate commits to attendance at all scheduled meetings, completion of all assignments and readings 
2. By October 1, 2010, complete a Registration Form and return to Tom Rinkoski at the church office. Register on-line by clicking the link on the tab at the left of this page. Or, pick up a Confirmation registration form at the parish office. Complete and return to Tom Rinkoski. 
3. By November 1, 2010, have your parents submit a letter of recommendation for Confirmation. 
4. By November 1, 2010, submit contact information for your Confirmation Sponsor. More information on choosing a Confirmation Sponsor can be found at the tab to the left.  You can submit your choice for sponsor on line by using the application form found on the tab link to the left of this page.
5. By December 1, 2010, provide an official copy of Baptismal Certificate. 
6. By March 1, 2011, complete the service project and hand in report. 
7. By March 1, 2011, turn in a letter to the Bishop written according to the specifications provided.    

What are the dates and times of all the meetings?
A listing of all the 2010 -2011 meetings for the High School Confirmation program can be seen by clicking the Tab Link on the left.  Meetings include classes, retreats, and attendance at liturgies and special events.  Not included in this list is time spent with sponsor and service project time.   

Is there a fee for the Confirmation Program?
Because access to the sacraments is a fundamental right of all Catholics, there is no fee.   Your family's donations to the Sunday collections pay the expenses.  Students are expected to have a textbook ($19) and a Bible ($24) for which a donation will be greatly appreciated.  These will be distributed at the first session.  

Who do I talk to for more information or, if I have questions?
We realize not everything can be covered in this brief web page.  If you have questions, concerns or uncertainties about this program or any other Faith Formation program at St. Augustine please contact Tom Rinkoski at St. Augustine Church at (352) 372-3533 ext. 152 or via e-mail at tomrinkoski@yahoo.com.