We are excited that you are ready to prepare to be "sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit" and be strengthened for service to the Body of Christ!

Confirmation deepens our baptismal life that calls us to be missionary witnesses of Jesus Christ in our families, neighborhoods, society, and the world.  . . .  We receive the message of faith in a deeper and more intensive manner with great emphasis given to the person of Jesus Christ, who asked the Father to give the Holy Spirit to the Church for building up the community in loving service.

THE FIRST STEP TO REGISTRATION FOR 2025-2026 IS TO ATTEND A PARENT MEETING

SIGN UP FOR A PARENT MEETING HERE

Who is eligible for Teen Confirmation classes?

Students ages 14-17 who are Baptized Catholic and have received First Communion. 

How long is the program?

This is a two-year preparation program 

When is class?

Classes begin in October

In person catechist-led classes are twice a month, on Wednesday evenings.

Additionally, attendance is expected at other teen events per the yearly Confirmation calendar. 

Sunday Mass (or Saturday Vigil Mass) and Holy Days of Obligation attendance is expected as per Precepts of the Church.

Are there prerequisites?

Students are expected to know the Sign of the Cross, Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be, and Apostle’s Creed before Sacramental Preparation begins.

Parents must attend a mandatory parent meeting before registering

What are the requirements for Godparents?

Please review this letter from Most Reverand Michael C. Barber, SJ, Bishop of Oakland

Policy for Sponsors/Godparents    Póliza para Padrino/Madrina  

When are Sacraments received?

Sacraments are received after yearly in-person assessments when the teen is ready.

Is there a class for children/teens/adults with special needs?

SPRED assists parishes in the Diocese of Oakland reach out and integrate children, teens, and adults with special needs into the parish family. Volunteer catechists play a vital role in assisting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, severe cerebral palsy and severe epilepsy so they may grow spiritually among friends, receive ongoing faith formation and participate in the liturgical and community life of the Church.
SPRED

Are classes offered in Spanish?

The program is offered in English only.

For questions, contact:

Glenda at GlendaAragon@StMichaelLivermore.com or call 925-667‐4096