ST. THOMAS MORE 

The Sacrament of Confirmation is a Sacrament of Initiation (along with Baptism and the Eucharist). While it is the end of initiation, confirmation is never really meant to be an ending but the start of something new. It is a kind of personal Pentecost, a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our hearts that makes us doers of the Word of God, not hearers only.

• Confirmation completes the good work begun in baptism, which is continually strengthened by receiving the Eucharist.  
• As canon law states, a person to be confirmed should be “properly instructed and adequately disposed [hearts prepared].”

Our primary goal at St. Thomas More is to partner with parents and assist families in their faith journey.  We follow the Catechism guidelines in outlining our program to “lead toward a more intimate union with Christ…an awakened sense of belonging to the Church and parish communities…a focus on more intense prayer and familiarity with the Holy Spirit.” CCC 1309
Family living, celebrating within the liturgical year, and participating in the parish are essential for teens to meet the catechism objectives.

Parents are an integral part of the year one program, are included in the small group sessions, and will be asked to facilitate a home lesson between monthly gatherings during the primary year.

Registration is completed on one form for all programs.  You will fill out the family faith registration with the following:

If you have a child in 8^th grade (or older), you will register for “Confirmation year 1” + grade level in the fall.

If you have a child in 8^th grade at STM school, their religion curriculum will replace small groups. An information session in the fall will provide details on what is required for celebrating the sacrament. No registration is required.

If you are a homeschool family or attend a different Catholic school, please contact the faith formation office before registering.