Confirmation

 

WELCOME TO ST. MATTHEW CONFIRMATION! 

Terri Sargent, Confirmation Coordinator
Email: StMattRelEd@gmail.com
Phone: 203-838-3788, ext. 107
Diocesan-Parent Consent-and-Release

 

Click here to download  the Faith Formation Calendar.

Grade 6 2025-2026 Program

We have revised the Confirmation Program in accordance with the policies in place directly from the Diocese of Bridgeport.

Updated Gr. 6 Confirmation Program
Beginning with this year’s incoming 6th Grade students, the Sacrament of Confirmation will now be celebrated in 8th Grade.

Regional Middle School Program at All Saints – one Sunday per month
On one Sunday per month, students will participate in the Regional Middle School Program held at All Saints Catholic School in Norwalk. This gathering involves interacting with other Norwalk Middle School Students from Norwalk Parishes in:

  • Faith-filled activities
  • Small group discussions
  • Attending Mass

Parish-Based Classes at St. Matthew Church – Twice/month
Classes will be held two Sundays per month at St. Matthew Church. These classes will follow a traditional classroom format, helping students grow in their knowledge and love of the Catholic faith.

 

 

 

 

The Registration Fee is due by September 21, 2025

  • Grade 6: Registration fee $200
  • Online Registration, click HERE
  • Gr. 6 Paper Registration, Click HERE


Grade 7 Program

Confirmation Preparation Program Outline

  1. CLASSES
    Classes will be held TWO SUNDAYS PER MONTH at St. Matthew Church and ONE SUNDAY PER MONTH at All Saints Catholic School for the Middle School Program (required).
    Only three absences allowed throughout the year.
  2. RETREAT
    Will be take place at the end of April 2026 (required). Uusally a Saturday from 10am-5pm which includes 4pm Mass. Date to be determined.
  3. SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A WRITTEN EVALUATION.

  4. WORSHIP (required)
    Weekly Mass attendance on weekends and Holy Days of Obligation along with your family.
    Attendance at Eucharistic Adoration and Rosary
    Attendance at Stations of the Cross
  5. SERVICE PROJECTS
     Candidates for Confirmation will do class projects and can choose individual or group service projects (12 hours of service). We provide ample opportunities to reach all 12 service hours: Christmas Fair, Family Bingo, joining the Youth Choir, ushering at Mass, reading at Mass, Breakfast with Santa, etc. (required)
  • INTERVIEW WITH A CLERGY MEMBER
     Each Candidate will also have an interview with a member of the Clergy sometime during the preparation program.
  • RECONCILIATION SERVICES
    The Candidate along with their families will attend a Family Reconciliation Service at some point during the preparation program (required).
  • REHEARSAL
     Sponsors & Candidates are to attend (required).
  • THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION will be conferred by Bishop Frank Caggiano in 2026 for 7th Graders.
  • CONFIRMATION NAMES
    Candidates must complete a Saint Report on the saint whose name they’ve chosen for Confirmation. This must be a Saint recognized by the Catholic These reports are due by January 15, 2026 (required).
  • SPONSOR CERTIFICATES
    The Sponsor obtains the Certificate from their parish.

 

 

 

The Registration Fee is due by September 21, 2025

  • Grade 7: Registration fee $300
  • Online Registration, click HERE
  • Gr. 7 Paper Registration,  Click HERE

WHAT IS CONFIRMATION?

The Sacrament of Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or “confirm” the Baptized in union with Christ and equip them to share their gifts, live, and give great witness to their faith as they build up the Kingdom of God. The entire Confirmation team is looking forward to an exciting year!

Confirmation is a Sacrament that gives each of the candidates many privileges in the church.  First, you will be considered a full member of the Church.  You will be able to be Godparents to children at Baptism and you can be a Sponsor to candidates at Confirmation (at age 16).  Along with the privileges come duties that you take upon yourself as a confirmed Catholic.  One of the main duties is to follow Christ through following the Commandments.  Your visible following of Christ can be seen in your participation of the Holy Mass every weekend and Holy Days of Obligation.  You will also demonstrate your following Christ by your service.  As a Parish it is our duty to see that you are given enough opportunities to worship and serve God.

Our mission is:

  • To support the faith formation that occurs at home
  • To foster enthusiasm for living the Catholic faith
  • To give witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ
  • To encourage family participation in the life of the Church

Our goals are:

  • To teach the Catholic faith
  • To encourage a commitment to Jesus Christ
  • To create a community spirit that inspires active participation in parish life
  • To encourage prayer which leads to a deeper relationship with a loving God
  • To assist parents in their role as primary instructors of our Catholic Faith

 

PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN, VIRTUS PROGRAM: CLICK HERE