Confirmation & Youth Ministry

Welcome to St. Denis Confirmation & Youth Ministry. High school teens in our program will enjoy in-person sessions to grow in faith and prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Sacramental Prep is a 2 year process and typically begins when a teen enters the first year of high school (a teen must enter no later than the beginning of junior year of high school to complete the 2 year process by the end of their senior year).

Our ultimate goal is for our teens to develop a close, personal relationship with Jesus Christ! We offer dynamic sessions and events that create friendships and a sense of strong community. We will explore scripture, catechism and church traditions to inform and support our teens’ daily lives. Catechists and ministry leaders will accompany our teens and we encourage families to be part of their spiritual journey.
 

* DATES TO REMEMBER * 

• Orientation for student & parent/guardian:
  • Confirmation Level 1 - Tuesday, September 12 | 7 pm-8:45 pm | Potthoff Hall
  • Confirmation Level 2 - Monday, September 11 | 7 pm-8:45 pm | Potthoff Hall

* DAYS & TIMES OF SESSIONS * 

• Confirmation Level 1: 
  • Tuesdays In-Person
    • 7 pm-8:45 pm | Potthoff Hall
• Confirmation Level 2:
  • Mondays In-Person
    • 7 pm-8:45 pm | Potthoff Hall

 REGISTRATION

Registration is currently open online at any time and in person on the following dates: 
 

• July 9: Soft Opening of Enrollment
• July 11: Office Hours for Enrollment (11am-1pm)
• July 13: Office Hours for Enrollment (3:30pm-5:30pm)
• July 20: Office Hours for Enrollment (3:30pm-5:30pm)
• July 23: Enrollment (All Day)
• July 25: Office Hours for Enrollment (3:30pm-5:30pm)
• Aug 1: Office Hours for Enrollment (3:30pm-5:30pm)
• Aug 3: Office Hours for Enrollment (3:30pm-5:30pm)
• Aug 13: Enrollment (after 1PM Mass and before 5:30PM Mass)
• Aug 20: Enrollment (after 9AM Mass to before 1PM Mass)

Or by appointment, call ahead to 213.944.2576 to speak with the Director for available times during the weekdays. Enrollment forms and payments can also be taken in the Pastoral Office during regular office hours (enrollment forms are available in the Pastoral Office). Last day to enroll is September 7. 

Start the enrollment process for your teen(s) by clicking here or by clicking on the "Now Enrolling" banner at the end of the "Frequently Asked Questions" section.  Submission of Baptism and First Communion certificate copies will complete the enrollment process (does not need to accompany enrollment forms but must be received by Orientation). Be sure to return to this page to review how to stay in touch with us!
 

FEES

Fees are due at the time of Registration.*

Level One Confirmation

• Parishioner: $100 tuition per child | $95 retreat fee per child
• Non-Parishioner: $120 tuition per child | $115 retreat fee per child

Level Two Confirmation

• Parishioner: $120 tuition per child | $295 retreat fee per child
• Non-Parishioner: $140 tuition per child | $320 retreat fee per child

*If there is a financial hardship, please contact the Confirmation Director to inquire about options.

  

Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing St. Denis Confirmation & Youth Ministry to journey with your child(ren) in their faith is a great privilege and blessing for our team. We look forward to a fruitful year serving your family.

1. When does class start?
Class sessions start for all levels the week of September 11th with an Orientation including parents/guardians. The following week, level 1 students attend class on Tuesdays (in-person) and level 2 students attend class on Mondays (in-person). All classes start promptly at 7:00 pm and end by 8:45 pm.

2. At what age can my child(ren) start Confirmation?
Our program is designed for High School teens, ages 14-17. Students age 18 or over are referred to our parish Adult Confirmation Program.

3. What about service hours?
When Jesus washed the feet of His Disciples the night of the Last Supper, He modeled for us our call to serve. Students will complete ministry and community service hours as part of their sacrament preparation. 

4. What can I do to support St. Denis Confirmation & Youth Ministry?
Our program is fully funded by registration fees. Youth Ministry activities and events are funded by donations. We plan to offer as many fellowship opportunities for our teens and welcome any donations, both material and monetary. Donations can be made on our parish PayPal or paid by cash, check or credit card to our Pastoral Office. Indicate your donation is for St. Denis Confirmation & Youth Ministry. Volunteers are also welcome as office and classroom aides and chaperones. Please complete our St. Denis CYM Volunteer Application.






 

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Ministry Contacts

Our office hours are currently in flux for the summer. We thank you for your patience. Forms can be submitted via email or returned to the St. Denis Pastoral Office during regular business hours (address envelope to St. Denis Confirmation & Youth Ministry). During the Registration period, limited office hours will be available (TBA). Please make an appointment if you wish to visit our office.

Director
Jasmine A. Blackburn
 [email protected] | 213.944.2576 | 909.861-7106 x243

 

We do our best to keep all of our Confirmation & Youth Ministry families in the know.
We use several modalities to communicate with our community.

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