Confirmation

Confirmation Preparation

In order to be Confirmed, one must be baptized, of the age of reason, suitably instructed, properly disposed, and able to renew the baptismal promises (CIC 889). It is expected that individuals who are preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation are practicing the faith and obedient to the precepts of the Church.

Immediate Preparation

Preparation for Confirmation will consist of 6 sessions focusing on the renewal of the baptismal promises and sacramental theology, offering candidates suitable instruction before receiving the sacrament.

Parent and Sponsor Participation

Both parents and the parish have important roles to play in the formation and education of their children. Preparation for the Confirmation in St. Maximilian Kolbe Pastorate consists of in-person sessions with both children and parents or sponsors in attendance.

9th Grade Ongoing Formation

It is expected that youth who are preparing for sacraments are simultaneously enrolled in Family of Faith and/or a Catholic school.

10th - 12th Grade Ongoing Formation

10th - 12th graders are encouraged to join High School Discipleship Formation for food, fellowship and discussion with other teens in our parish. If families choose, they are more than welcome to continue attending Family of Faith, as well.

There are also leadership opportunities for confirmed high schoolers that are interested in going even deeper in their faith.

Confirmation Immediate Preparation Schedule

The Waunakee sessions will take place from 6:00 - 7:55pm on Sunday evenings in the St. John the Baptist church narthex.

The Lodi sessions will take place from 6:00 - 8:00pm on Wednesday evenings in the St. Patrick church hall.

Individual Spring Meetings
with Landy
- April 2025

Session 1 - With Parents

Sunday, April 27 - Waunakee
Wednesday, April 30 - Lodi

Session 2 - With Parents

Sunday, May 18 - Waunakee
Wednesday, May 21 - Lodi

Individual Discipleship Review and Petition for Confirmation Discussions with Fr. Joe - Summer 2025

Session 3 - Retreat

Sunday, September 21
at Camp Gray
OR
Wednesday, September 24 AND Sunday, September 28
at St. John the Baptist, Waunakee

Session 4 - With Sponsors

Sunday, October 12 - Waunakee
Wednesday, October 15 - Lodi

Session 5 - With Sponsors

Sunday, October 26 - Waunakee
Wednesday, October 29 - Lodi

Session 6 + Rehearsal - With Sponsors

Fall - TBD

Confirmation Mass with Bishop Hying

Fall -TBD