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Discernment Discernment PassportPassport

Confirmation Discernment Year

St. Bartholomew Catholic ChurchMsgr. Michael Reardon, Pastor

Confirmation Director: Cindy Rodriguez (562) 756-2791Cindy’s e-mail: [email protected]

St. Bartholomew Church252 Granada Ave., Long Beach, CA 90803

Youth Center4545 E. 4th St., Long Beach, CA 90814

Rectory252 Granada, Long Beach, CA 90803

www.sblb.org

Pastor Msgr. Michael Reardon 438-3826

Parish Secretaries Chris Ahumada 438-3826

Confirmation 1 Teams

Day: Sunday 4:00 – 5:30 PM (Hall)Jen Rose (562) 881-1345 [email protected] Marilynn Bodnar (562) 400-2657 [email protected]

Day: Monday 7:00 – 8:30 PM (Youth Center)Linda Herrera (562) 822-5152 [email protected] Audrey Stark (562) 972-2444 [email protected]

Day: Tuesday 7:00 – 8:30 (Youth Center)Jonathan Sunio (626) 327-9064 [email protected] Doug Foraste (562) 327-9064 [email protected]

IMPORTANT: -In order to continue on to the Sacrament Preparation Year, your completed passport MUST BE turned in to your catechist on the last meeting of the 3RD track.-ALL small group sessions will take place in the Youth Center (4545 E. 4th St.)

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http://www.sblb.org/

Discernment Process

According to contemporary theology, confirmation is seen as a completion of Baptism, a sealing with the Spirit to enable the Christian to witness to his Faith in a mature way. Pope Paul VI, in the Apostolic Constitution on the Sacrament of Confirmation, saw the sacrament as endowing the recipient “with special strength” and obliging them “to spread and defend the Faith by both word and by deed as true witnesses of Christ”. To discern means to decide, resolve or distinguish between. The discernment process includes making a grace-filled choice aided by the Holy Spirit. (Catholic Encyclopedia; Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington IN, 1991)We have provided ample opportunities for the candidate to discern if he/she is truly committed to receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. Eleven sessions are offered and must be attended. In addition to these sessions the candidate must attend the Retreat, be Interviewed and feed the homeless (with candidate’s small group)

For the candidate who is serious about the discernment process, all requirements to continue on to sacramental preparation can be completed in one year. However, those who have chosen not to the complete the process in the year can continue on until they do. All candidates are encouraged to participate in the discernment process at their own pace and in a manner that reflects their interest in their continuing faith journey.

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We look forward to helping guide the candidates to develop a living, active, conscious Faith that will bring them to a oneness with God the Father through His Son, Jesus Christ, in the fullness of the Holy Spirit.

Confirmation Goals and Objectives

Objectives

To guide young people in the call to holiness by developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, by meeting Him in the Scriptures, in the life and teachings of the Catholic Church, ad in their own prayer lives.

To nurture a desire in young people for an understanding of an active participation in the sacramental life of the Church.

To empower young people to embrace the richness of diversity, to live the moral and theological virtues and to apply these virtues in their decision making.

To help young people develop a life of Christian service modeled on Jesus’ life.

To equip and empower youth to use their gifs and talents for the greater glory of God and His Church.

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Goals

The goal of confirmation preparation is to celebrate and acknowledge that the Spirit of Jesus, given in Baptism is truly alive and at work in the Christian. Through this Sacrament, the Church affirms the view that growth in the Spirit is a continual, life-long journey celebrating and deepening the ongoing initiation into a new life with Jesus which began at Baptism.

We provide a well-balanced process for preparing candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation by including the following components as designated by the Archdiocesan guidelines:

A 2-year preparation for teens including the participation of both parents and sponsors,

Sunday Eucharistic Liturgy and Confirmation Rituals Community life of the Church and Prayer life of the Community Catechesis and Service Retreats and Days of Renewal

Precepts of the Church

Precepts are principles or expectations. The purpose of the precepts of the church is to assist the faith community in understanding what a minimum participation would be for one to be considered an active member of the Catholic Faith. This indispensable minimum is a must so that we are able to grow in our love of God and neighbor. The precepts of the Church are:1) Attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation. (This involves refraining from work or activities than hinder the worship due to God.)2) Receive Communion at least once a year during Easter Season. (Ideally, Catholics receive Communion each time they attend Mass.)3) Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation at least once a year.

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4) Remember to fast and abstain from meat on days specified by the liturgical calendar (usually during Lent).

Candidate Requirements

Catechetical

14 sessions, which include The Well and Small Group Meetings, are offered (all are required). It is mandatory that the candidate bring this passport to all sessions he/she attends. The only way he/she will be given credit for attending a session is to have this passport dated and stamped by their catechist at that session. It is the candidate’s responsibility to have their passport with them and properly filled out.

Retreat at Monte Verde Park o Monte Verde Park, 4626 N. Shadeway Rd., Lakewood.

Liturgies

The sessions are designed with the expectation that candidates and their families will attend the 5:30 mass before the speakers in the hall.

Rite of Promise: To be held at the retreat Mass TBA

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Volunteer Projects and Service Hours

1. Group Service Project at Project Achieve. Time and date will be determined by your catechist. This project will require you to provide part of a dinner for 65 adults (residents of the shelter).*These hours are not part of the 10 hours of individual service.

2. 10 Additional Hours of Service are required, some of which should be completed at a YM service event. These are listed on the calendar in the back of this Passport.

3. Parish Service Hours: Each candidate must do one of the following as a parish service:

-Babysit a shift at the parish mission or other parish event -Volunteer at a parish event like Lenten Fish Fry, Christmas gift collection after masses, etc. -Volunteer at a Middle School YM event-Serve at 5:30 Mass 5th Sunday of the month. (Teens who sign-up

for a monthly shift will get ALL of their service hours (parish and other) as long as they show up each month. They can trade shifts if needed but are responsible to make sure their shift is covered)

*These hours are not part of the 10 hours of additional service.

Additional Requirements

Confirmation Interview: All candidates must have completed their discernment interview before first track session begins in October.

Youth Day: All candidates will participate in Youth Day on March 15th, 2018

*Read and Complete Faith Sharing sheet on “Tattoos on the Heart” by Fr. Greg Boyle.

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CONTINUATION: In order to continue on to the Sacrament Preparation Year, your completed passport MUST BE turned in to your catechist on the last Well meeting)

Conduct

Candidates are expected to follow the rules as outlined by their small group at the first session.

Being disrespectful to those in authority, causing physical harm to another, or causing disruptions in the group will not be tolerated.

Any use of contraband (i.e. alcohol, drugs etc.) will result in immediate expulsion from the retreat.

Cell phones must remain off during the sessions. No cell phones or iPods will be allowed during the retreat. You may bring them, but they must be turned in to the retreat coordinator. They will be returned at the end of the retreat (please be sure to label these items).

Companion Sponsor

Attends mandatory sponsor meeting on October 26th, 2017 at 7:00pm at the Youth Center

Attends retreat, Mass and Rite of Promise TBA.

Attends Mass and Stations of the Cross, Sunday, March 4th, 2018 in the church, 5:30(Mass) - 8:00 P.M.

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Choosing a Confirmation Sponsor

Choosing a sponsor for confirmation is a very important decision. It is an honor to be chosen as a sponsor, but it is much more than just an honorary role.

A sponsor is someone who: Has received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Celebrates Mass and the sacraments regularly. Is a good listener, ready to give advice or guidance when

asked. Someone whose own experience as a practicing Catholic is a valuable source of help to you in making decisions about your own life as a Catholic.

Takes an interest in the confirmation process and will be ready to accept the invitations you extend to take part in the special liturgies and retreats during this process.

Knows you well enough to say before the Bishop and parish that you are freely choosing to celebrate and receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Because your godparents spoke for you at baptism, it is appropriate for one of them to now be your sponsor for confirmation, since confirmation completes what began in baptism.

The revised Code of Canon Law does not permit parents to be the confirmation sponsor of their young person. However, your parents may stand in as a proxy for your sponsor. Also, your sponsor may be either male or female.

May the Holy Spirit be with you and guide you as you choose a sponsor. Pray for them, that inspired by the Spirit, he or she will accept this role with a prayerful and enthusiastic YES!*If you have questions or need help choosing a sponsor, please contact Cindy by phone or e-mail

Program Policies8

All candidates should be participating in Sunday Liturgies on a weekly basis and the following Holy Days of Obligation:

All Saint’s Day November 1Immaculate Conception December 8Christmas Day December 25Mary, Mother of God January 1Ascension Sunday Seventh Sunday after EasterAssumption of Mary August 15

Appropriate behavior and common courtesy is expected. No swearing or inappropriate language.

*A copy of the candidate’s Baptismal Certificate is required at the beginning of the Discernment process.

Participating in an assigned Service project each year is required as is 10 additional hours.

Attendance at the Retreat is mandatory

Appropriate dress is required for the Rites and all Liturgies. No backless, strapless, spaghetti straps, mini, midriff bearing skirts or dresses. No jeans, baggy pants or t-shirts with inappropriate sayings or images.

Candidates who are Baptized, but not catechized and require the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist must attend the RCIA program. They will receive the sacraments at the Easter Vigil.

Candidates are provided with all the materials and supplies they will need for their sessions.

Insurance is provided by the Archdiocese. If an injury is sustained while the candidate is in our care that requires professional medical attention, a claim may be filed.

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Our parish sacramental preparation for the teens cannot be successful without the participation of both parents and sponsors.

“Do not forget the things your eyes have seen, nor let them slip from your heart all the days of your life: rather, tell them to your children and to your children’s children…” (Dt.4:9)

As primary educators of their children, parents along with sponsors, are to be intimately involved in Catechesis for confirmation. This will help them renew and strengthen their faith, besides enabling them to set a better example for their children and godchildren. (National Catechetical Directory #119)

Parents and sponsors can be involved with the candidate in the sacramental preparation by attending Mass with them, special days of faith formation, prayer and reflection with them that are sensitive to their culture, participating in service projects with them, and/or supporting them by helping in the program by chaperoning or other tasks.

Become acquainted with your teen’s catechist.

Please let the catechist know of any events that may have changed in your family life: such as death, health problems or divorce.

Take time to discuss your teen’s discernment session.

Please check our website regularly for information and changes to the program.

Please e-mail or phone Cindy with questions any time.

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Dear Candidate; It is your responsibility to have this page properly completed in order for you to receive credit for

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Confirmation Kick off Date October 1, 2017

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Notes: Please bring items for the homeless shelter.

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Dear Candidate; It is your responsibility to have this page properly completed in order for you to receive credit for attendance.

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Date: March 15, 2018 Title: Youth Day Join over 20,000 of your Catholic peers at the Anaheim Convention Center for a Spirit filled day of fellowship, fun and worship. *Must wear Confirmation shirt. Stamp

Notes: *REQUIRED Meet bus at St. Joseph Church, 6200 E. Willow St., LB at 6:30 A.M..Lunch will be available for $10 at the Convention Center.

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Candidates and Sponsors arrive at 10:00am

Parents, please join us at 5:30 pm for Mass and celebration of our candidate’s Rite of Promise at St. Bartholomew Church, 5100 E. Broadway.

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Date: Title: Project Achieve Group Service *REQUIRED* (with your group)

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COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS

Date: Hours: Organization: Activity: Signature:

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Parish Hours Date Signature

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GROUP PROJECT

Group project: Date:

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Service Project Reflection: Please write two paragraphs about your experience. What did you do? What did you learn? What touched your heart? Did this experience make you want to do more service? If so what? Please share your thoughts….

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2017/2018 DISCERNMENT CALENDAR

September-13th Year 1 Parent Orientation (Youth Center)-26th & 27th Interviews with parents at the Youth Center, by appointment

October-1st Mass and Kick off Begins at 5:30 mass and continues in the hall till 8:00 pmThe Week of the 8th Small Groups -15th Light Night (YC)-17th Rock out Youth Poverty (Service)The Week of the 22nd Small Groups-26th Sponsor Meeting (YC)-28th CSULB Edge Cosmic Bowling (Service)

November-5th The Well (Hall)The Week of the 12th Small Groups-18th Movie Night @ the Marina Pacifica 6:00-19th St. Anthony’s Thanksgiving Dinner (Service)The Week of the 26th Small Groups

December-3rd The Well-The Week of the 10th Small Groups-16th Knott’s Berry Farm-17th Light Night- 20th Boys and Girls Club Christmas Party (Service)

January-7th The Well (Hall)-The Week of the 14th Small Groups

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-21st Light Night-The Week of the 28th Small Group

February-4th The Well (Hall)-9th Middle School White Party (parish service opportunity)-14th Ash Wednesday -18th Light Night (YC)-The Week of the 25th Small Groups

March-4th The Well Stations of the Cross and Adoration in the church 5:30(Mass) (Parents, Sponsors and siblings welcome)-9th Lock-In 6:00 to Midnight (Hall)The Week of the 11th Small Groups-15th Youth Day at Anaheim Convention Center 6:30 A.M.-4:00 P.M.-18th Light Night (Hall)The Week of the 25th Small Groups-30th Good Friday

April-1st Easter Sunday-2nd - 8th Spring Break-8th No Well due to Spring Break -15th Light Night (Hall)-22nd Intergenerational Event (This is for the entire family and it replaces religious education for the week.)

May- 5th Community Service Project (Youth Ministry)-13 Light Night- Confirmation Rehearsal Dinner TBA-20th Light Night (Hall)

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June-17th Light Night-15th Homeboy/LA Trip

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What is….?Light Night:

Light Night is a Youth Ministry fellowship night designed for all High School aged youth to come together and experience their faith in a different way. Light Night will be held every third Sunday of the month. It starts with mass at 5:30 and then continues into the hall from 6:30 to 7:30. Light Night can also be used as a make up for Confirmation class session.Here are the dates:

Oct. 15 March 18Dec. 17 April 15Jan. 21 May 20Feb.18 June 17th

The Well:The Well is a large group Confirmation meeting held every first Sunday of the

month. Both Confirmation years come together for a speaker, special event, or large group class session. It begins with 5:30 mass then continues into the Hall. The “group meeting” section is held from 6:30 to 7:30 (some sessions may be extended to 8:00 pm).

Here are the dates:

Oct. 1 Jan. 7Nov. 5 Feb. 4Dec. 3 Mar. 4

Class Sessions:Class Sessions are just that…class sessions. Your teen will be meeting either in

the Hall or in the Youth Center. If you chose a Sunday class the sessions will be held in the Hall. All other days’ classes will be held in the Youth Center. Class dates, times, and teacher information is on page 2 of the passport.

Here are the dates:

Oct. 8 & 22November 12 & 26December 10January 14 & 28February 25March 11 & 25

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CHECK-OFF

Kick-Off October 1, 2017 _____________________

All Sessions Complete _____________________

“Tattoo’s on the Heart”Parent/Candidate Discussion Sheet _____________________(Turn in to leader by February)

Project Achieve Group Service _____________________

Parish Service Hours Date ____________________

10 additional hours service& completed reflection _____________________(must include 1 YM service event)

Attend a Lite Night _____________________

Attend a YM Social Event _____________________

Youth Day March 15th _____________________

Attend all Well sessions _____________________

Retreat TBA _____________________(Includes Ritual of Promise)

*All YG Events require a permission slip. You can get the event flyer and permission, via email, from Cindy ([email protected]) or on the website. Please RSVP if possible. All candidates must attend 1 YM social event and 1 YM “Light Night”.

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Attendance Policy

*You are allowed to miss one Confirmation session per year.

All other events, sessions and service projects must made up. Acceptable make-ups include:

-Attend a Light Night (3rd Sunday’s at 6:30/Hall) -Attend a YM Service Project -Attend another group’s session the same week you missed yours

*If you need to attend another group’ s meeting, please call both your catechist, to report your absence and the other catechist(s) to let them know you’ll be joining them. Their names and phone numbers are on the 1st page of this passport.

Retreat Make-up

The Retreat can only be made up by attending a Confirmation retreat at another parish. Expenses related to the make-up retreat will be covered by the candidate. NO REFUNDS will be issued for a missed retreat.

It is the responsibility of the candidate to find, register for and attend another retreat. Thanks for your understanding.

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Documents

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