Confirmation

Confirmation Written Assignments – St. Clare Parish

 

Letter to the Bishop

--       Date the letter.

--       Address the letter to:

Most Rev. Edward K. Braxton, Ph.D., S.T.D.

Bishop of Belleville

222 South Third St.

Belleville, IL 62220

--       Start the Letter, “Dear Bishop Braxton,”

--       In the first paragraph, introduce yourself. Tell the bishop about who you are and why you are writing to him – to request the sacrament of Confirmation.

--       In the second paragraph, share something about your faith that is important to you. It could be a story, or you could tell the bishop what is your favorite part of your Catholic faith. You are trying to tell the bishop WHY you want to be confirmed.

--       In the third paragraph, conclude anything else you need to share, then thank the bishop.

--       Close with a Salutation of your choosing, such as “Sincerely,”

--       Sign the letter.

--       Underneath your signature, type your name and return address.

 

* Submit your letter to the St. Clare Parish Office – do NOT mail directly to the Bishop

** Letters must be typed.

 

 

Patron Saint Report – Choose 1 Option

 

Typed Paper Option

Typed, double-spaced

12-point Times New Roman font

1-inch margins on all sides

 

Please put your Patron Saint’s Name (ex: St. Clare of Assisi, not “Clare”) at the top left of the page and underline it. Put your full name at the top right of the page – do not underline your own name.

 

Your paper must be 3-4 pages in length (not 2 ½ or even 2 ¾). Indent paragraphs five (5) spaces, and do not skip lines between paragraphs. I will return unacceptable papers for revision.

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Page 1 - Discuss when and where your saint lived. What was going on in his/her world?

 

Page 2 – Review the special challenges and accomplishments your patron saint is known for. When was he/she named a saint, by which pope (if applicable), and what is the feast day?

 

Page 3 – Explain why you picked your patron saint. Why is your saint important? What about him/her do you admire and want to imitate?

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Your paper may be submitted in paper form to the Parish Office or you may e-mail it to janeadotson@yahoo.com. E-mail submissions must be in Microsoft Word format. Paper submissions should have a staple in the top left corner. No covers or paperclips.

 

 

PowerPoint Slideshow Option

 

Please put your Patron Saint’s Name (ex: St. Clare of Assisi, not “Clare”) in the middle of the cover page and underline it. Put your full name underneath your Patron Saint’s name – do not underline your own name.

 

Call Jane Dotson (632-3562) to schedule an oral presentation at the parish office, which should be presented by April 1.

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Page 1              Title Page

 

Page 2              Discuss when and where your saint lived.

 

Page 3-5           What was going on in his/her world at that time? Review any challenges your patron saint faced in his/her life. Did your patron saint have any enemies or ongoing debates?

 

Page 6-7           What accomplishments is your patron saint known for?

 

Page 8              When was he/she named a saint, by which pope (if applicable), and what is the feast day?

 

Page 9-10         Explain why you picked your patron saint. Why do you admire your saint? What qualities of your saint would you like to imitate?

 

Page 11-12       Why do you think your saint is important in today’s world?

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You may bring your presentation in paper or CD form to the parish office at your oral presentation, or you may e-mail it to janeadotson@yahoo.com. E-mail submissions must be in Microsoft PowerPoint format. Paper submissions should have a staple in the top left corner. No covers or paperclips.

 

* The use of artwork and other creative touches are highly encouraged, but remember that this is a presentation. Substance is still important to include in your slideshow.

 

** It is even more important to know your saint well. Conversational questions will be asked. Candidates presenting a PowerPoint slideshow may schedule their presentations as a (small) group if they wish.

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MANDADTORY REQUIREMENTS

Service – 30 Hours Required
May be completed individually, with Confirmation class, or through parish activities.

Mandatory Group Events
--Pizza Social for BOTH Parents and Youth --Jan. 24
--Activity Day for Youth Only --Mar. 7  6:00-8:00pm  Fellowship Hall
--Retreat for Youth with Sponsor --Feb. 28  1:00-5:00pm Fellowship Hall

Celebrate the Triduum
--Holy Thursday (Apr. 1)
--Good Friday (Apr. 2)
-- Easter Vigil (Apr. 3)

Paperwork Required
1) Letter to Bishop Edward K. Braxton requesting the Sacrament

2) Confirmation Names & Patron Saint Report ~ 2 Options
-- 3 page Paper (typed, double spaced, 12-point Times New Roman) ~ OR ~
--12 Page Oral PowerPoint Presentation (provide written copy)

3) Sponsor Eligibility Letter

4) Baptismal Record

5) Service Hours Log

Confirmation Ceremony
Rehearsal--April 11, 11:30am  Attend 10:30 Mass for blessing.

Confirmation--April 12, 7:00pm  Students to arrive by 5:45pm.

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Optional “Extras”
2009-2010

Gospel Connections for Teens - $5
Break-Through Bible - $17
100 Questions (Please do not turn in!)
Sponsor-Candidate Worksheets

SPONSOR FORM

SERVICE HOURS LOG