Purpose:
  Preparation for each sacrament is like sowing seeds. Christ the King's   
  Confirmation program is designed to provide candidates with all that is needed 
  so that the seeds will grow to their potential. Our in-depth program is comprised 
  of three components: Knowledge, Spiritual Formation and Service.  One is 
  built upon the other - so that at the time of Confirmation in the Spring of 2008, 
  our confirmandi will be prepared to assume their roles as fully-initiated Catholics 
  in the Church.  

     Knowledge:  Knowledge of the sacrament of Confirmation is provided through
     the religion curriculum in the school and Parish Religious Education (P.R.E.) 
     programs during the 7th and 8th grade.  The 7th grade religion program is an
     in-depth study of the sacrament itself, and the 8th grade religion program 
     focuses on the role of the Holy Spirit. Participation in the school or P.R.E.
     program is a requirement to be confirmed.
     
     Formation:  This aspect builds upon the knowledge provided through the 
     religion curriculum. Spiritual formation begins in the 8th grade and is focused
     on "how does the Sacrament of Confirmation make an impact on my life?"
     It is during the Formation Program that the confirmandi are challenged to
     deepen their spiritual relationship with Jesus Christ. This is accomplished in
     a variety of ways, but primarily through faithful attendance at Mass each
     weekend, prayer, scripture reflection, community building and personal
     sharing.     

     Service:  The purpose of the service program is to instill a desire and a 
     sense of responsibility to be servants to the Church and the community.  
     Through selected service activities, candidates are called to identify, develop 
     and use their gifts and talents for the service of others. The service 
     requirement is to be completed during the 7th and 8th grade.

General Information on Spiritual Formation

  Who should attend:
  The candidate for Confirmation must be at least 14 years of age by April, 2008.
  This should include all those in the 8th grade, even though they may not turn
  14 years of age until the summer following 8th grade. 

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  Registration for Confirmation:
  Registration forms are included in the informational packets mailed to parents, 
  available in the Church Office or Click here to print the Registration Form.   
  Parents should complete the form and attach a copy of your child's Baptismal 
  Certificate (both sides). Completed forms can be turned in to the Church Office 
  at your convenience but no later than August 1, 2008.

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Baptismal Certificate:
Candidates who were not baptized at Christ the King parish must present proof of baptism (copy of Baptismal Certificate or Affirmation of Faith) in order to be confirmed. For those candidates baptized at Christ the King, click here to 
request a copy of your Baptismal Certificate

     Note:  Copy of Baptismal Certificate or Affirmation of Faith must
               be provided to the Church Office with completed Registration
               Form no later than August 15, 2008.

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Candidate Formation Sessions:
There will be a total of 14 mandatory Formation Sessions. Generally, these
are held on alternating Sunday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. These
sessions are conducted in small groups or general assembly format.

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Parent and Sponsor Sessions:
Parent and sponsor sessions are held in the CTK Ministries Building, 2nd Floor,
at the same time that the small groups are meeting in the Family Life Center.
While attendance for parents is voluntary, this is a great way to become a part of your child's religious education and establish the importance of this 
sacrament. The adult sessions cover the same topics and material for
reflection as are discussed with the candidates. On those evenings when the
candidates meet as a general assembly, parents and sponsors are invited to
attend the general session.

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Selecting a Sponsor:
Each candidate is required to have a sponsor.  Ideally, the sponsor should
be one of the candidate's godparents, emphasizing the unity between the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation. According to Canon Law, parents may not be sponsors to their own children.  A sponsor must be: a practicing Catholic; already confirmed; and 16 years of age or older.

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Approved Confirmation Program Service Activities:
It will be expected of each candidate (who will be confirmed in 2009) a minimum of 20 hours.  All 8th Grade students should serve 10 hours by August 1, 2008 and complete an additional 10 hours by April 1, 2009.  

• The candidate will need to choose an approved service site and complete a service project(s). 

• No pay may be accepted for the service. 

• Service activities on projects or with organizations not listed on the approved list must be approved in advance by Bill and Kathy Gorman.
  Click here for List of Approved Service Hour Sites

• The candidate must submit a signed and approved Service Hour Evaluation form.  Click here for Service Hour Evaluation Form
  Additional forms may be obtained in the Church Office.

• Candidates (not their parents or adult in charge of the activity) should
  complete the form, as it contains a question on personal reflection
  that must be completed.

• A separate form must be completed for each organization or project
  on which they assist.

• The form must be signed by the adult in charge of the approved service
  activity.

• Completed forms must be submitted to the Church Office for recording.
  
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Confirmation Name:
Candidates are encouraged to choose the name of a saint whom they particularly admire, and they will be confirmed by the bishop under this special name.

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Confirmation Schedule:
Sessions are generally held on alternating Sunday evenings, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., from September through April. Parent and sponsor sessions are held in the Ministries Building, 2nd Floor, at the same time that small groups are meeting in the Family Life Center. 
Click here for the 2008-2009 Confirmation Schedule

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