To be fully initiated into the Catholic Faith, the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary. Confirmation ratifies our Baptism, and increases our participation in the Holy Spirit.
St. Athanasius
8th grade year of Faith Formation
This sacrament is performed by the Bishop after the Candidate has received full preperation occuring in either Summer Program Formation or Monday Night Faith Formation.
Candidates for are one weekend retreat, active participation in the parish and special classes for the Candidates to learn more about the Sacrament of Confirmation.
The adult Confirmation program is designed for adult Catholics (age 18 and older) who have been baptized, have received First Communion and are practicing their faith, but have not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Confirmation begins in the fall of eight grade where teens and their parents and/or sponsors will sessions to help prepare them to be confirmed later in the year.
Confirmation sessions are every other month until Confirmation.
Please contact the parish at 412-367- 9001 ext. 500.