CONFIRMATION PROGRAM

The Confirmation Program in the Keene Cluster is a two-year process (usually 9th and 10th grade), and involves classroom time, monthly Student Masses, service opportunities, and retreats.  Classes meet at either 10:45 AM or 5 PM on Sundays, using the Total Faith Initiative based on the "Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth" published by St. Mary's Press.

First year confirmation students attend an evening retreat.  Most students then attend the Steubenville East Youth Conference - a weekend retreat - during the summer between their first and second year of confirmation preparation.  Student Masses are geared toward the students and their particular needs, and students are encouraged to participate in these Masses by either reading, participating in music ministry, or helping as an usher.  The emphasis during the time of preparation for Confirmation is placed on helping the students to develop a relationship with God and a living faith as they prepare to receive the fullness of the Holy Spirit in the Sacrament of Confirmation.