Holy Trinity Catholic Church Confirmation · Holy Trinity Catholic Church Confirmation 2019‐2020 School Year O Holy Spirit, divine Spirit of light and love, I consecrate to Thee

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Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Confirmation

2019‐2020 School Year O Holy Spirit, divine Spirit of light and love, I consecrate to Thee my

understanding, my heart, my will, and my whole being for time and for eternity. May my understanding be always submissive to Thy heavenly inspirations and to the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church, of which, Thou art the Infallible Guide. May my heart be ever inflamed with love of God and of my neighbor. May my will be ever conformed to Thy divine will, and, may my whole life be a faithful imitation of the life and virtues of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Holy Spirit, please help me to increase in virtue so that my example will be a worthy one and one that will aid my child in the endeavor of becoming a true soldier for Christ. Amen.

Holy Trinity Religious Education Office DRE: Margi Loesel 8213 Linton Hall Road (571) 248‐3120 Gainesville, VA 20155 [email protected]

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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION CHECKLIST Mark 1:17

And Jesus said to them, "Follow me and I will make you become fishers of men." **Please, deliver ALL reports, forms and certificates to the Religious Education service window or mail slot located in the hallway between the church office and CCD classrooms .Be sure to make a copy of what you hand in before turning it in. Be sure all documents turned in are in envelopes well marked with Candidate’s name.****CCDWEBSITEADDRESS:www.holytriniyparish.net

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Requirement for PARENTS Due Date

Taking your child to Mass EVERY Sunday and EVERY holy day of obligation

Throughout the course of instruction.

Taking your child to confession monthly Throughout the course

of instruction.

Assist your child in the study of the Catholic Faith and in completing the assignments.

Throughout the course of instruction.

Register with the Religious Education Office. As soon as possible.

Attend Parent Talk March 29, 2020

Hand in permission slip for Retreat September 30, 2019

Assist with Apologetics Worksheet April 1st, 2020

Please Turn in these forms according to the deadlines provided WITH THE COVER SHEET!

Letter of Intent September 30, 2019

Baptismal Certificate December 1, 2019

Confirmation Data Form December 1, 2019

Sponsor Certificate December 1, 2019

Check Box

Compulsory Requirements for CANDIDATE Due Date

Confirmation Retreat in Emmitsburg, MD October 27th, 2019

Saint Report January 16th, 2020

Confirmation Eucharistic Holy Hour January 16,th 2020 7pm

Novena to the Holy Spirit May 14th‐22nd, 2020

Apologetics Worksheet April 1st, 2020

“Walking Together” Sponsor Interview Form January 16th, 2020

Confirmation Interview with parish priest Feb/Mar (Announced via email)

Service Hours Form April 1st, 2020

Midterm/Final On date appointed by your program

F.O.C.U.S Talk with Parent March 29, 2020

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IMPORTANT GUIDELINES TO ACCOMPANY THE CHECKLIST Each page of this handbook contains important information that is vital to the successful administration of this sacrament. Please read all instructions and if you have any questions please talk a Religious Education staff member.

Missing more than four (4) CCD classes will require assessment of the Candidate by the Pastor and or DRE evaluate if they are prepared for the Sacrament of Confirmation.

All Confirmation requirements are compulsory.

The mid‐term and final examinations require a score of 80% or higher to pass.

Candidate may retake either examination if they do not pass.

Basic Prayer testing will be conducted during instructional time and candidate must demonstrate knowledge of these prayers by recitation or scheduled by the Religious Ed Office and will be announced via email.

All due dates may vary because of scheduling. The DRE will contact families via email when dates change or when dates are announced.

The date of the Confirmation ceremony is scheduled at the discretion of the Bishop. Confirmation will be held Saturday, May 23rd. Time of Masses TBD

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CONFIRMATION COVER SHEET

Last Name: _____________First Name: _______________ Teacher: ________________________ Or Name of School: _________________

The paperwork listed below and this sheet must be turned into the RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE If we do not receive the paperwork listed below, we will not be able to record the sacrament of Confirmation for your child. These are the documents required by the diocese.

For Office Use Only: o Signed Letter of Intent o Baptismal Certificate o Fully Completed Confirmation Data Form o Fully Completed and Signed Sponsor Certificate

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Confirmation Letter of Intent

In renewing my baptismal vows, I profess my Catholic Faith in the Creed and renounce Satan. It is my intent in both Faith and practice to embrace the entire law of Christ contained in the Catholic Church; which includes being faithful to the teachings of the Holy Father in regards to issues of faith and morals (i.e. issues such as abortion). I promise to follow the precepts of the Church both now and after Confirmation.

Confirmation Candidate’s Printed Name _____________________________________________ _______________________ Confirmation Candidate’s Signature Date

Precepts of the Church

1. To assist at Mass on all Sundays and holydays of obligation. (Jan. 1 – Solemnity of Mary; 40 days after Easter – Ascension Thursday; Aug. 15 – Assumption of Mary; Nov. 1 – All Saints’ Day; Dec. 8 – Immaculate Conception; Dec. 25 – Christmas) 2. To fast and abstain on the days appointed. (The Church’s current regulations in the U.S. require fasting and abstinence from meat on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday; and abstinence from meat on the Fridays during Lent. Every Friday is a day of sacrifice. We are obliged to make a sacrifice every Friday. This could be the traditional practice of abstinence from meat or another sacrifice.) 3. To confess our sins at least once a year in the sacrament of Penance. 4. To receive Holy Communion worthily during the Easter Season. (To receive Holy Communion worthily, one must: observe the Eucharistic Fast of one hour before receiving Holy Communion; Be in the state of grace, Believe that Holy Communion is the true Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.) 5. To contribute to the support of the Church. 6. To observe the laws of the Church concerning marriage.

As the parent of a Confirmation Candidate, I promise to fully assist in my child’s preparation for the Sacrament. I assure that my child will continue to study the Catholic Faith and will regularly attend Mass and receive the Sacrament of Penance before and after Confirmation.

_________________________________ _________________________ Parent’s Signature Date

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ConfirmationDataFormNECESSARYtoreceivetheSacramentatHolyTrinityMAILTO:HolyTrinityCatholicChurch

Attention:ReligiousEducation8213LintonHallRoad;Gainesville,VA20155(DEADLINE12/1)

LastNameoftheRegisteredFamily:__________________________________________________________

NameoftheCandidate(namegivenatBaptism):First:_______________Middle:_____________Last:__________

DateofBirth:__________AgethattheCandidatewillbeatthetimeofConfirmation:________

Placeofbirth(CityandState):____________________________________

HeightofCandidate(feet/inchesforconfirmationrobefitting):___________

Candidate’sConfirmationName:Saint___________________________________Example:SaintJohn

Father’sProperFullName:First:________________Middle(noinitial)____________Last:______________Mother’sMaidenName:First:__________________Middle(noinitial)___________Last:______________

Bestphone#forprimarypointofcontact:___________________________

Address:_________________________________City:____________________State:_____Zipcode:_____

Emailaddressofprimarypointofcontact:_____________________Bestwaytocontactyou:emailcall

ExactDateofCandidate’sBaptism(day/month/year):_____________________________________________

ReligionofBaptism(ex.RomanCatholic,Lutheranetc):___________________________________________

NameandAddressofthechurchwhereBaptismwasreceived(streetaddress,city,state,zipcode,

country)

_________________________________________________________________________________________

ChurchofFirstCommunion(streetaddress,city,state,zipcode,country):

_________________________________________________________________________________________

Sponsor’sProperFullName(First/middle/last):____________________________________________(AsponsorcertificatemustbesubmittedtoHolyTrinity’sReligiousEducationOfficebyDecember1st.)Proxy’sProperFullName:_______________________________________________IfthesponsorcannotattendtheConfirmation,aproxycanbedesignatedtostandinforhim/her.Ifaproxywillbeneeded,theyMUSTfilloutasponsorcertificateformtoo.YouwillneedtoactuallyfilloutTWOSponsorForms:onefortheactualSponsorandonefortheProxy.ThisisONLYneededityouhaveaproxy.PLEASEwritelegibly.AllofthisdatawillbeusedtogeneratetherecordsthatarerequiredbytheChurchforthe

Sacraments.

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TheRoleofConfirmationSponsorTheroleoftheConfirmationSponsorinvolvesmuchmorethansimplystandingbehindtheCandidateasthebishopconfirms.Itisthebeginningorthecontinuationofalastingrelationshipofmentoringandguidance.TheprayersandsupportoftheSponsorareanimportantpartofpreparationforConfirmation,andhelpstheConfirmationCandidatelivehisorherbaptismalpromisesbothbeforeandafterConfirmation.Thispersonisyour“BattleBuddy”andisexpectedtohelpyoualongyourjourneytoSalvation.Thispersonshouldbestrivingtobeasaintandshouldencourageyoutodothesame.

To serve as a Sponsor for Confirmation within the Catholic Church:

The individual must be at least 16 years old.

He or she must have received the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation in the Catholic Church.

If he or she is married, the marriage must have taken place in the Catholic Church.

The person must have the intention, the ability, and adequate time to be a Sponsor.

The Sponsor must practice the Faith within a Catholic parish community. Must be faithful the entire law of God and the Church He founded; this includes being faithful to the teachings of the Pope and the Magisterium of the Church in regards to issues of faith and morals (i.e. issues such as contraception and abortion).

Must be a practicing Catholic who follows the precepts of the Catholic Church:

Precepts of the Church 1. To assist at Mass on all Sundays and holydays of obligation. (Jan. 1 – Solemnity of Mary; 40 days after Easter – Ascension Thursday; Aug. 15 – Assumption of Mary; Nov. 1 – All Saints’ Day; Dec. 8 – Immaculate Conception; Dec. 25 – Christmas) 2. To fast and abstain on the days appointed. (The Church’s current regulations in the U.S. require fasting and abstinence from meat on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday; and abstinence from meat on the Fridays during Lent. Every Friday is a day of sacrifice. We are obliged to make a sacrifice every Friday. This could be the traditional practice of abstinence from meat or another sacrifice.) 3. To confess our sins at least once a year in the sacrament of Penance. 4. To receive Holy Communion worthily during the Easter Season. (To receive Holy Communion worthily, one must: observe the Eucharistic Fast of one hour before receiving Holy Communion; Be in the state of grace, Believe that Holy Communion is the true Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.) 5. To contribute to the support of the Church. 6. To observe the laws of the Church concerning marriage.

RoleofaSponsorHelptheCandidatebecomeawareofhisorherreasonsforreceivingthesacramentofConfirmation.HelptheCandidateunderstandandappreciatethesacramentofConfirmation,andhavetherightintentionforreceivingit.HelptheCandidateprepareforConfirmationbyencouraginghimorhertopray,toparticipateinthesacraments,especiallytheEucharistandReconciliation,andtobecomeactivelyinvolvedinthelifeoftheirparish.BeagoodexampleofCatholicChristianliving.MeetwiththeCandidateonaregularbasisforMass,prayer,faith‐sharing,readingScripture,anddiscussionsabouttheChristianlife.HelptheCandidateunderstandwhatitmeanstobeatruediscipleofJesusChrist.PresenttheCandidatetothebishopforConfirmation.EnsurethattheconfirmedpersonbehavesasatruewitnessofChristandfaithfullyfulfillstheobligationsinherentinthissacrament.ContinuetoencouragetheconfirmedpersontoliveaCatholicChristianlifethrough:

‐prayerandthecelebrationofthesacraments‐livingtheGospelofJesusChrist‐turningtootherCatholicsforsupportandguidance‐studyingtheCatholicFaith

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Baptism is a sacrament of initiation that brings a person into union with Christ as a member of the Catholic Church. Confirmation is also a sacrament of initiation that strengthens and perfects our union with Christ and his Church. A godparent/sponsor represents the Catholic Church at Baptism or Confirmation, and then serves as a spiritual and life role model for the person by living a fully Christian life. Please note that godparents/sponsors should be at least 16 years of age and must have received the sacraments of Baptism,

Confirmation, and Eucharist. Their current lifestyle should be in accord with the Catholic faith.

The statements I have checked above are true. My full name ______________________________________________________________________________ (printed name) (signature) Name and address of my Parish ________________________________________________________________ My home address_____________________________________________________Phone#________________ Name of person being baptized or confirmed (circle one):_________________________________________ Place AND date for sacrament reception: _____________________________________DATE____________ ______TO BE COMPLETED BY PASTOR/PRIEST AT THE GODPARENT/SPONSOR PARISH_____ I verify that ________________________________________________ is: ____ a Catholic in good standing. ____ a registered member of this parish. _______________________________________________________________________________________ PARISH SEAL MUST BE PRESENT Pastor’s Signature Date Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, VA 20155 (703) 753-6700 fax (703) 753-6286

Godparent/SponsorEligibilityStatement

TOBECOMPLETEDBYTHEGODPARENT/SPONSOR:

Pleasecheckallstatementsthatapply:Mylifebearswitnesstomyreadinessforthisrolebecause,

___ IamabaptizedandcurrentlypracticingCatholicatleast16yearsofage.___ IhavereceivedthesacramentofConfirmation.___ IamaregisteredmemberofmyParish.___ IattendSundayMass.___ IamopentothelivingWordofGodinSacredScriptureandtheChurch.___ ItrytolivemylifeaccordingtoGospelvaluesevenwhentheyconflictwiththevalue

systemsofourcultureandsociety.___ Iintendtoencouragemygodchild/confirmandinthepracticeoftheCatholicfaithby

mywordandmyexample.___ Ifmarried,IwasmarriedintheCatholicChurch.

OR___ Ifunmarried,I’mnotlivingwithanotherpersoninaromanticrelationshiporasacouple.

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WALKINGTOGETHER:GettingtoKnowYourConfirmationSponsor

Nowthatyouhavechosenyoursponsor,itistimetospendalittlemoretimewithhim/hertoreallygettoknowmoreabouthis/herfaithjourney.Afterall,thelife‐longroleofyoursponsoristowalkwithyouandsupportyouonyourownfaithjourney!Youmayfindthatyoualreadyknowalotorthatthereisalotthatyoucanlearn!SometimebeforeThanksgiving,pleasesetupatimetomeetwithyoursponsorto“interview”him/her.Itwouldbebesttomeetwithyoursponsorinperson,butifthisisnotpossible,becauseyoursponsorlivesoutoftown,youcaninterviewyoursponsorbyphone.Youcanmeetatyourhouseoryoursponsor’shouse;youcouldmeetforbreakfast,lunch,ordinner;youcouldgoforawalktogether.BECREATIVE!Youshouldplantomeetwithyoursponsorforatleastonehourforthismeeting.Butfeelfreetomeetforaslongasyouwouldlikeormultipletimes!PLEASEINVITEYOURSPONSORTOASKYOUSOMEQUESTIONSTOO!(Yoursponsorcanaskyouquestionsfromthelistonthenextpageorhe/shecanasksomeofhis/herown.)Youarealsowelcometoaskyoursponsoraquestionthatisnotincludedinthelist!

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WALKINGTOGETHER:The“HowTo’s” Start your meeting by praying together!

Bring a writing utensil and take some notes, but do not write down

what is said verbatim. You are trying to get know your sponsor better, but this should be a conversation too.

Please ponder what your sponsor shares with you. All of us are on our own path of spiritual growth. When we don't have all the answers, we should have a willingness to continue to learn and grow in our faith. Be sure to encourage your sponsor on their spiritual journey if they don't have all the answers. You can support one another through prayer and example.

At the end of your meeting, write your name and the date at the top of page 4. Write your sponsor’s name and then have your sponsor sign it.

You will need to write short answers to the reflection questions on

page 4 shortly after meeting with your sponsor (NOT while you are meeting with your sponsor).

YOUWILLTURNINPAGE4OFTHISPACKETBYJanuary16th,2020.

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WALKINGTOGETHERInterviewQuestions:1) What does being a Catholic mean to you?

2) What are your favorite ways to live your Catholicism? (Favorite devotions,

prayers, Sacraments...)

3) How do you live your faith? Do you serve the Church and/or the community? Describe your experiences. If not, what type of service in the Church/community would interest you the most?

4) How do you grow your relationship with Christ? Do you have a specific plan

each day for prayer?

5) Do you have someone in your life that has mentored you to be stronger in your faith, stronger in your understanding of our beliefs, stronger in your relationship with Christ? Tell me about that person.

6) We are all called to be holy - what does that mean to you? How can we live

normal lives in this world and still be striving for holiness day to day?

7) Tell me about your Confirmation saint and why you chose that person.

8) Have you ever had a time in your life when you really struggled to believe in God? Tell me about it and how you kept your faith in the end.

9) Can you recommend a book, or a website, a podcast, a blog that might help me grow in my relationship with our Blessed Lord?

10) Will you pray for me daily, starting with today?

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WALKINGTOGETHER:ThisisthepageyouturnintotheREofficeby1/16/20:ConfirmationCandidate’sName:___________________________(Pleaseprintfirstandlastname)DateSponsorMeetingoccurred:______/________/_________Sponsor’sName:________________________________________Sponsor’sSignature:______________________________________*Iftheinterviewtookplacebyphone,parentmaysignforsponsor.DIRECTIONS:Sometimeaftermeetingwithyoursponsor,takeafewminutestoreflectonyourdiscussionandwritebriefanswerstoquestions1and2.1.Whatwasthemostinterestingthingthatyoulearnedaboutyoursponsorduringyourmeeting?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2.WriteaboutonestoryorexperienceorpieceofadvicethatyoursponsorsharedthatinspiredyouandwillhelpyougrowclosertoJesusandyourFaith. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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SAINTREPORTGUIDELINESI. Cover sheet

A. Saint’s name B. Image of saint or symbol for saint C. Date of completion of report D. Name of candidate in bottom right corner E. Name of catechist in bottom right corner

II. Five paragraph essay A. Introduction

1. Start with a hook: this could be a quote from the saint, a question that pulls the reader in “Is it possible that someone who lived 800 years ago can impact the life of someone in the 21st Century?” or “Have you ever thought about a person who lived in the past that you would like to interview?” or “If you could meet with one historical holy person who would you choose?” Perhaps briefly answer your own question next.

2. Make a broad and general statement about your saint. Ex. “There are some people who live so well, that their life story is timeless.” Ex.” Although this person was unknown in his lifetime, generations later he is honored by millions.” Ex. “The compelling story of this saint will interest people for generations.”

3. Thesis statement: Tell what the 3 paragraphs of your report are going to cover. Do not use the phrase, “I am going to tell you about” Instead try something like “St. Maximillian Kolbe was known for his love of Mary, his powerful prayer life, and his courage in difficulties?” Or “St. Francis of Assisi had an interesting childhood, an incredible adulthood, and attracted me because of his love for poverty.” Or “I have chosen St. JPII as my confirmation saint because his life story is fascinating, his love for Blessed Mother, and his incredible talent as a writer.”

B. First body paragraph: 1. Go into detail about your first point from your thesis statement. Ex. St.

Maximillian Kolbe loved Blessed Mother. 2. Back up your statement with proof like a quote or a story Ex. When he was a

boy Blessed Mother appeared to him and offered him 2 crowns: one red and one white. He told Mary that he wanted both; a crown of purity and a crown of martyrdom. She told him he would receive both.

3. Tell why that attracted you. Ex. I would love to have a relationship with Blessed Mother too.

C. Second body paragraph: 1. Repeat the formula from above using the second point from your thesis

statement.

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2. Be sure to help the paragraphs flow by using a connecting statement Ex. “St. Kolbe was not only devoted to Mary, but he also had a powerful prayer life.” Or “His relationship with Mary was so strong because he prayed faithfully.”

D. Third body paragraph: 1. Repeat the formula above using the third point from your thesis statement. 2. Use connecting sentence to help with flow.

E. Conclusion: 1. Make a general statement about why you like your saint. Ex. “St. Maximillian

Kolbe was a hero to be admired.” 2. Restate your thesis in a fresh format: Ex. “Because of his inspiring courage,

his faithful prayer life, and his friendship with Mary, St. Maximillian Kolbe is a wonderful role model to follow.”

3. Tell what you hope to do/learn from your saint. Ex. “ I hope that if I ever am in a horrible situation where I am persecuted for my faith, I will be as courageous as St. Maximillian Kolbe”

III. Bibliography – tell where information about this saint was retrieved ex. Butler’s Lives of the Saints, Catholic Encyclopedia, etc.

You may literally use many of my suggestions and just plug in the facts from your saint. This is meant to be a substantial report that helps me know that you know your saint well. You should be able to express why you chose your particular saint. This report is due by 1/16/20.

Please do not plagiarize from information sources

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Eucharistic Holy Hour Attendance

Each Confirmation Candidate will be required to attend the Formal Eucharistic Holy Hour at Holy Trinity.

Candidates are highly encouraged to visit with the Lord often during their preparation for Confirmation.

Silent prayer is such a rare commodity in our world and it is in silent adoration that one will hear God.

The schedule for Formal Holy Hours at Holy Trinity will be on Thursday, January 16th, 2020 at 7pm in the church.

Our Lord is exposed in the Monstrance on Sunday at 5:00 pm – Saturday Mornings at 9:00 am for Adoration in the Our Lady of Angels Chapel at Holy Trinity.

Please see the Dress Codes on page 17 for appropriate attire for the Formal Holy Hour

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DRESS CODE Romans 12:2

“Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may prove what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

Modest attire reveals a godliness of the heart and inclines a person toward virtue. Dress Code for the practice and ceremony is church attire. Boys:

Appropriate options: Dress shirt/tie, dress pants with belt and dress shoes with socks.

Girls:

Appropriate options: Modest length dresses, skirts, blouse, dress pants, dress shoes, sleeved light‐weight sweater.

Out of our profound respect for Our Lord in the Sanctuary, we kindly ask your attention to the following dress code restrictions: For all candidates and sponsors during the practice and the ceremony Please do not wear:

jeans or denim pants

sweatpants

tee shirts

shirts advertising messages

flip flops

sneakers

sagging pants

sleeveless shirts

sleeveless dresses

spaghetti straps or shoulder

baring clothing

tight fitting clothing

mini skirts

midriff baring shirts or dresses

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APOLOGETICS 1 Peter 1:6-7 “In this you rejoice, though now for a little while you may have to suffer various trials, so that the genuineness of your faith, more precious than gold which though perishable is tested by fire, may redound to praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. ”

**Use your Apologetics Workbook and an RSV Bible to complete this worksheet. Deliver to

Religious Education service window or mail slot when finished. Confirmation Apologetics Worksheet

Name: _______________________ Teacher: ______________ You will need the following to complete this worksheet:

Beginning Apologetics 1 - written by Father Frank Chacon and Jim Burnham and published by San Juan Seminars

Holy Bible {Please use the Revised Standard Version (RSV) Catholic Edition published by Ignatius Press}

Please note that parents and teachers can assist the candidate with this assignment. 1. Read pages 7-9 in your Apologetics book and read the Gospel of John, Chapter 6: 22-71 in the Bible. What does Jesus say you must do to have life in you? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Read Matthew, Chapter 26: 26-29. What does Jesus say about the bread and wine at the Last Supper? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. What did St. Ignatius of Antioch write concerning the Holy Eucharist in the year 110 A.D.? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Which apostle of Jesus did St. Ignatius know personally? _______________ 5. What did St. Justin Martyr write concerning the Holy Eucharist in the year 150 A.D.? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. What did St. Cyril of Jerusalem write concerning the Eucharist in the year 350 A.D.? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7. Read pages 10-13 of the Beginning Apologetics book. Are Catholic Bibles the same as Protestant Bibles? If not, what is different? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8. Who officially determined the canon of the Bible? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9. What did Martin Luther admit about Catholics (Papists) and the Bible? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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10. Read page 14 of the Beginning Apologetics book. What does “Sola Scriptura” mean? ___________________________________________ 11. Do Catholics follow the doctrine of “Sola Scriptura?” _______________________________________________________________ 12. What does John, Chapter 21:25 say about what is recorded in Sacred Scripture about Jesus? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13. Write out the following scripture quotes: The Second Letter of Paul to the Thessalonians, Chapter 2:15 and Chapter 3:6 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14. What do these quotes tell you about Sacred Tradition? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15. Read the First Letter of Paul to Timothy, Chapter 3:14-16. What does Paul say is the pillar and bulwark of the truth? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16. Read pages 16-20 of the Beginning Apologetics book. Write out Matthew, Chapter 16: verses18-19. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17. Jesus changed Simon’s name to ________________, because He was to have a special mission in the Church. What was Peter’s position in the Church? ______________________________________

18. Does the Catholic Church still have that position in the Church today?

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19. Who holds this position in the Church today? ____________________ 20. Read pages 22-27 of the Beginning Apologetics book. Do Catholics worship/adore Mary? __________________________________________ 21. Which person called Mary “The mother of my Lord” in the Gospel of Luke? _______________________________________________________ 22. Mary did not have Original Sin, and never sinned in her whole life. Does she still need a Savior? Explain. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 23. Other than Jesus did Mary have other children? ____________________

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24. What did the people of Jesus’ time mean when they used the word “brother?” __________________________________________________ 25. Mary was created by God without Original Sin, (the sin of Adam and Eve). This is what is meant by the title, “Immaculate Conception”. Mary was “full of grace” and therefore no sin in her soul. Read Luke, Chapter 1: 26-31. How does the Angel Gabriel greet Mary? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

26.Read and write out the Scripture passage: John, Chapter 20:20-23.

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27. This Scripture verse shows how ____________ gave the apostles the power to forgive ___________ in His name.

28. Read page 28 of the Beginning Apologetics book, especially the third paragraph. Who do Catholics confess their sins to? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I, _____________________________ have assisted my child in this assignment, and agree that it is acceptable to submit. Parent Signature: ______________________________________

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GIFTS AND FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT 1 Corinthians 12:7

“To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” The Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost

Wisdom: Helps us to see that the world is only a temporary place for us, that Heaven is our true home. It helps us to set our hearts on the things that really count in life, such as God, virtue, and prayer.

Understanding : Gives us an insight in to the mysteries of faith and helps us to explain in the faith to others

Counsel : Helps us make correct decisions about God's will for our lives

Fortitude : Gives us the strength to be faithful to Christ even when it is difficult to do so.

Knowledge: Helps us to see everything in life in relation to God and eternity

Piety : Inspires us to worship God and to love Him as our Father

Fear of the Lord : Shows us the evil of sin and helps us to live in God's grace. It is also called "wonder and awe" in God's presence because it reminds us that He is great and all powerful

Note: See Isaias 11:1‐3

The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Ghost

Charity: Love for God and for others.

Joy: Happiness in living the Christian life.

Peace: Inner calmness, even in difficulties.

Patience: Kindly putting up with the faults of others.

Benignity (Kindness) : Sympathy and concern for the needs of others.

Goodness: Giving good example for the needs of others.

Longanimity (Longsuffering): Extraordinary patience in enduring suffering.

Mildness: Being gentle in our words and deeds toward others.

Faith (Fidelity): Loyalty to God and the people we are committed to, such as one's parents, spouse, good friends.

Modesty: Respecting ourselves and others in conversations, dress, etc.

Continency: Proper balance in our desire for pleasure.

Chastity: Proper attitude toward others and control over our sexual desires. Note: The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Ghost are the effects of the Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost. See Galatians 5:22‐25 (three of these are not mentioned in some Greek and Latin manuscripts).

Taken from: http://www.willingshepherds.net/Catholic%20Beliefs.html

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NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

Prayer for the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit (To be recited daily during the Novena)

O Lord Jesus Christ Who, before ascending into heaven did promise to send the Holy Spirit to finish Your work in the souls of Your Apostles and Disciples deign to grant the same Holy Spirit to me that He may perfect in my soul the work of Your grace and Your love. Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom that I may despise the perishable things of this world and aspire only after the things that are eternal, the Spirit of Understanding to enlighten my mind with the light of Your divine truth, the Spirit of Counsel that I may ever choose the surest way of pleasing God and gaining heaven, the Spirit of Fortitude that I may bear my cross with You and that I may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose my salvation, the Spirit of Knowledge that I may know God and know myself and grow perfect in the science of the Saints, the Spirit of Fear that I may be filled with a loving reverence towards God and may dread in any way to displease Him. Mark me, dear Lord with the sign of Your true disciples and animate me in all things with Your Spirit. Amen. Continue with the prayers for individual days.

First Day: The Holy Spirit Almighty and eternal God, Who hast vouchsafed to regenerate us by water and the Holy Spirit, and hast given us forgiveness of all sins, vouchsafe to send forth from heaven upon us Your sevenfold Spirit, the Spirit of Wisdom and Understanding, the Spirit of Counsel and Fortitude, the Spirit of Knowledge and Piety, and fill us with the Spirit of Holy Fear. Amen.

Recite the Our Father and Hail Mary ONCE. Recite the Glory be to the Father SEVEN TIMES.

Second Day: The Gift of Fear

Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Fear of the Lord, that I may be filled with a sovereign respect for God, and dread nothing so much as to offend Him by sin.


Third Day: The Gift of Piety

Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Piety, that I may find the service of God sweet and amiable.


Fourth Day: The Gift of Fortitude

Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Fortitude, that I may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose my salvation.


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NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

Fifth Day: The Gift of Knowledge Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Knowledge, that I may know God and know myself, and grow perfect in the science of the Saints.


Sixth Day: The Gift of Understanding

Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Understanding, to enlighten my mind with the light of Your divine truth.


Seventh Day: The Gift of Counsel

Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Counsel, that I may ever choose the surest ways of pleasing God and gaining heaven.


Eighth Day: The Gift of Wisdom

Come, Holy Spirit! Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom, that I may despise the perishable things of this world, and aspire only after the things that are eternal.


Ninth Day: The Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Come, O Divine Spirit, fill my heart with Thy heavenly fruits, Thy charity, joy, peace, patience, benignity, goodness, long-suffering, mildness, faith, modesty, continency and chastity, that I may never weary in the service of God, but by continued faithful submission to Thy inspiration may merit to be united eternally with Thee in the love of the Father and the Son. Amen.


CONCLUDING PRAYER

O God, grant that our constant prayers may make us deserving of the Holy Spirit. We are grateful for all the graces and lights we have received. With His continued assistance, may we attain the perfection in the state of life to which You have called us. This we ask, through the merits of Jesus Christ, Your Son. Amen.

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CONFIRMATION PRACTICE AND CEREMONY

Acts 2:1 “When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place.”

Confirmation Practice

Sponsors or a proxy adult must be present at the practice.

Date TBD – there will be two different times scheduled for practice.

Further details about the Confirmation Practice will be sent to you via

email.

Confirmation Ceremony

May 23rd 10:00 am and 1:30 pm.

Arrive at least 30 minutes before the ceremony.

Hair should be off of the forehead so that the Bishop can anoint candidates. Boys should have a fresh hair cut for this special event!

Don’t forget to pick up your Confirmation Certificate after the ceremony.

Please fill the pews from the center out so as to provide as much room as possible for everyone attending Confirmation. Saving seats is not recommended.

**Out of profound respect for Our Lord in the Sanctuary, picture taking and video‐taping during the Mass and the Confirmation is prohibited. A photographer has been hired to take photos following the ceremony.

See Dress Code for practice and ceremony on pg 14.

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Basic Catholic Prayers Holy Trinity Catholic Church Religious Education Program

*Please note that these prayers are cumulative for each year. Our teachers’ goals will be to help our parents impart to our children an understanding and knowledge of their prayers so as to speak to/with Our Loving God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit in various ways.

Grades 1 – 8 Sign of the Cross In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Our Father Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen. Hail Mary Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with Thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. Amen. Glory Be Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Guardian Angel Prayer Angel of God, My Guardian Dear, to whom God’s love commits me here, ever this day be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen. Grace Before Meals Bless us, O Lord, and these Thy gifts, which we are about to receive from Thy bounty. through Christ, our Lord, and may the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.

Grades 2 - 8 Morning Offering O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer Thee my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world. I offer them for all the intentions of Thy Sacred Heart: the salvation of souls, reparation for sin, and the reunion of all Christians. I offer them for the intentions of our Bishops and of all Apostles of Prayer, and in particular for the intentions of our Holy Father this month. Amen. Or: O my God, I offer you this day, all that I shall think, or do, or say, united with what was done on earth by Jesus Christ Your Son. Amen. Act of Contrition O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee. I detest all my sins because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell, but most of all because they offend Thee, my God, Who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve, with the help of Thy grace, to confess my sins, to do penance, and to amend my life. Amen.

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Basic Catholic Prayers

Grades 3 - 8 The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of Heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, Our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into Hell; the third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into Heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God, the Father almighty. From thence He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Catholic Church, the Communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen. Act of Love O my God, I love Thee above all things, with my whole heart and soul, because Thou art all good and worthy of all love. I love my neighbor as myself for the love of Thee. I forgive all who have injured me and ask pardon of all whom I have injured.

Grades 4 - 8 Act of Faith O my God, I firmly believe that Thou art one God in three Divine Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; I believe that Thy Divine Son became man and died for our sins, and that He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe these and all the truths which the Holy Catholic Church teaches, because Thou hast revealed them, who can neither deceive nor be deceived. Act of Hope O my God, relying on Thy infinite goodness and promises, I hope to obtain pardon of my sins, the help of Thy grace, and life everlasting, through the merits of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Redeemer.

Grades 5 - 8 Memorare Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of Virgins, my Mother: to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen. Prayer to St. Michael St. Michael, the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, cast into Hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Grades 6 - 8 Hail, Holy Queen Hail, holy Queen, Mother of mercy; hail our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us. And after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary. V. Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God: R. That we may be made worth of the promises of Christ.

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Basic Catholic Prayers

Grades 7 - 8 The Angelus V. The angel of the Lord declared unto Mary. R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. Hail Mary. . . . V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R. Be it done to me according to thy word. Hail Mary . . . . V. And the word was made flesh. R. And dwelt among us. Hail Mary . . . . V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. Let us pray. Pour forth, we beseech thee, O Lord, thy grace into our hearts, that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ thy Son was made known by the message of an angel, may by his Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of his Resurrection. Through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen The Rosary Know the procedure of How to Pray the Rosary. Explain the Mysteries of the Rosary.

Joyful Mysteries: 1. Annunciation 2.Visitation 3. Nativity 4. Presentation 5. Finding of Jesus in the Temple Luminous Mysteries: 1. Baptism of Jesus 2. Wedding at Cana 3. Proclamation of the Kingdom 4. Transfiguration 5. Institution of the Eucharist Sorrowful Mysteries: 1. Agony in the Garden 2. Scourging 3. Crowning with Thorns 4. Carrying of the Cross 5. Crucifixion Glorious Mysteries: 1. Resurrection 2. Ascension 3. Descent of the Holy Spirit 4. Assumption 5. Coronation of Mary

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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION SERVICE TO OTHERS! Through this service, our hope is that these Confirmation Candidates remain faithful Catholics

their entire life, with strong prayer lives and a commitment to serve the Church.

The spiritual and corporal works of mercy are charitable actions by which we come to the

aid of our neighbor in his spiritual and bodily necessities. Instructing, advising, consoling, comforting are spiritual works of mercy, as are forgiving and bearing wrongs patiently. The corporal works of mercy consist especially in feeding the hungry sheltering the homeless, clothing the naked, visiting the sick and imprisoned and burying the dead. Among all these, giving alms (money) to the poor is one of the chief witnesses to fraternal charity (brotherly love); it is also a work of justice pleasing to God. The spiritual and corporal works of mercy seek to help alleviate human suffering – material deprivation, unjust oppression, physical and psychological illness and death. Such suffering is an obvious sign of our inherited human frailty and need for salvation as a consequence of original sin. Everyone is obliged to perform the works of mercy, according to his own ability and the need of his neighbor. It is important to remember that ordinary deeds done every day to relieve the corporal or spiritual needs of others are true works of mercy if done in the name of Christ.

Spiritual Works of Mercy

1. To admonish the sinner. It is an act of love to try to make another realize how bad sin is.

This might be done by trying to keep him out of sin or an occasion of sin, or by trying to get him to confession. In cases where we think it might make him worse, we do not correct him directly. We can let him know indirectly, especially by our example that we do not approve of his actions.

2. To instruct the ignorant. It is an act of love to help others in one way or another to learn the truths they need to know to save their souls. Example: Present your Saint Report to a class, Wax Saint Museum in October.

3. To counsel the doubtful. It is an act of love to help others to be certain about what they should do to love and serve God. Many souls could be saved if Catholics would make the effort to speak the truth in love to their neighbors. Example: Jr. Legion of Mary.

4. To comfort the sorrowful. It is an act of love to help another person in any kind of sorrow, and to refrain from doing anything that would unnecessarily cause another person more sorrow. Example: Pray for people who have great sorrow.

5. To bear wrongs patiently. It is an act of love to accept the consequences of another’s thoughtlessness or carelessness and to suffer inconveniences which another should bear. This is the example given to us by Jesus who suffered greatly for us all when he was innocent.

6. To forgive all injuries. It is an act of deep love to forgive all those who have injured us in any way, even deliberately and with malice. Christ demands that His followers have great love and forgiveness for one another and even for our enemies in imitation of His own forgiveness of us and of His enemies as He hung on the cross. In His almighty wisdom, God knows that failing to forgive causes further injury to the person originally injured.

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7. To pray for the living and the dead. Sharing in the communion of saints demands that we pray for everyone. This is a great means of spreading the fires of love to others, whether in this world or in purgatory. Prayers for the dead at a cemetery carry special graces.

Corporal Works of Mercy

1. To feed the hungry. Everyone needs food for their body. It is an act of love to help others to

obtain their bodily nourishment, especially those in greatest need. Examples: Bringing food to the poor, donating food to a pantry and helping pack meals. Organizing a food drive in your neighborhood.

2. To give drink to the thirsty. What is said of food also applies to drink.

3. To clothe the naked. Everyone needs clothing for warmth, protection, modesty and dignity. It is an act of love to help others obtain clothing, especially those who need help. Examples: Bringing clothes to a needy family, sharing outgrown clothes with another family, bringing clothes to a clothing drive. Organizing a clothes drive in your neighborhood.

4. To visit the imprisoned. Those in prison and many other persons and their families suffer hindrances or dangers to freedom. Helping them, visiting them or protecting them is an act of love. Examples: Visiting prisoners, fighting for humane treatment for the imprisoned, helping to care for the families of the imprisoned, and writing letters / care packages to those fighting for our country.

5. To shelter the homeless. Everyone needs shelter. Some people live in cardboard homes; some people live in homes made of discarded materials; many people are homeless. To help the homeless obtain shelter or to preserve it is an act of love. Examples: Working at or supporting a homeless shelter. Helping to take care of your elderly neighbor’s house, dusting the furniture, making the beds, cleaning the floor, and cutting the grass.

6. To visit the sick. Helping sick people in any way is an act of love. Examples: Visiting someone in the hospital or nursing home. Visiting someone who is sick at home or the elderly who are shut-ins, running an errand for an elderly or sick person. Reading to the sick or elderly.

7. To bury the dead. It is an act of love to show respect for the bodies of the dead, since during life, they were temples of the Holy Spirit and received the Body and Blood of Christ in Holy Communion. Examples: Going to funerals and praying the Divine Chaplet of Mercy. Caring for a cemetery. Cutting the grass on a grave. Putting flowers on it.

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CONFIRMATION PREPARATION SERVICE TO OTHERS

“I'm a little pencil in the hand of a writing God, who is sending a love letter to the world.” Mother Teresa

ParentsandCandidate:This3‐pageworksheetneedstobesubmittedto

theREofficebyApril1th,2020.ParentsandCandidate:ReadtogethertheGospelofMatthew25:31‐46.IfyouareusinganonlineBible,pleasechooseanRSVCatholictranslation.AccordingtoJesus,ourLordandSavior,whatisnecessaryforonetoenjoyeternallifeintheKingdomofGod?_______________________________________________________________________________ReadtogethertheGospelofMatthew5:13‐14.Howcanyoubesaltoftheearthoralightintheworld?Bespecificwithreallifeexamplesthatyoupersonallycando.__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________HowarethesetwopassagesinScripturerelated?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________InSt.JohnPaulII’sencyclicaltitledRedemptorisMissioheteachesthatJesus’smissionofbringingallmentosalvationisnotcomplete.ItisanongoingprocessandtheChurchistheco‐workerofChristinthatmission.TheChurch,directedbytheHolySpirit,istomanifest(show)theloveofGodthroughoutthewholeworld.We,asmembersoftheChurch,arecalledtohelpinthismissionandthroughcooperatingwiththiscallingwecannotonlysanctifytheworld,butwecanbecomeholytoo!WhatwasthemissionofJesus?(Thereareseveralanswers,butfocusonwhatiswrittenabove)___________________________________________________________________________________________WhohasJesusentrustedwiththismissioninthemodernworld?________________________________HowisthismissionrelatedtothetwoGospelreadingsabove?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________“Love cannot remain by itself – it has no meaning. Love has to be put into action, and that action is service.”

Mother Teresa

FORTHECANDIDATE:WhatservicedidyoudofortheChurch?(Describeindetail.Donotjustwrite“helpedwithVBS”,butrather,“broughtayoungcampertothefirstaidstation.”etc.)Eachofthe7worksneedstobesubstantialandvaried.Ideallywewouldliketoseeatleast7hoursofmeaningfulencounterswiththelifeoftheChurch.Seeattachedlistofserviceideasforinspiration1.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________2.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________3.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________4.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________5.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________6.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________

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7.______________________________________________date:_______________parent’sinitials__________Chooseoneoftheaboveandanswerthefollowingquestions.Warning!IfthesequestionsarenotansweredthoughtfullyyouwillbeaskedtorepeatthispartoftheConfirmationformation.InwhatwaydidwhatyoudorelatetotheGospelofMatthew25:31‐46?_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________InwhatwaydidwhatyoudorelatetotheGospelofMatthew5:13‐14?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________HowdidyouhelpyoufulfillyourmissionasamemberoftheChurch?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Whatwasthehardestpartofwhatyoudid?(behonest)_______________________________________Whatwasthebestpartofwhatyoudid?(behonest)___________________________________________Whatparticularvirtue(holyhabit)wasneededwhiledoingthisservice?________________________________________________________________________________________________________

“The world offers you comfort, but you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.” Pope Benedict XVI

EverypersonisgivenuniquegiftsandtalentswhichcanbeusedtohelpbuilduptheKingdomofGodonearth(theChurch).Whatgiftshaveyoubeengiven?_________________________________________________________________________________________________________HowwillyousharethemtohelpbuilduptheKingdomofGodonearth?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________PARENTS:Whatgiftsdoyouseeinyourchild?______________________________________________HowdoyouplantohelpyourchildmakeuseofthesegiftstoglorifyGodandhelpbuildHisKingdomonearth?_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

“The devil fears hearts on fire with love of God.” St. Catherine of Siena

John 13:14-15 “If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s

feet. For I have given you an example that you also should do as I have done to you.”

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Documents

Holy Trinity Catholic Church Confirmation · Holy Trinity Catholic Church Confirmation 2019‐2020 School Year O Holy Spirit, divine Spirit of light and love, I consecrate to Thee