Come Holy Spirit

The Sacrament of Confirmation provides the grace of strengthening our commitment as Christian disciples and equips us for participation in Christ’s Mission through the gifts of the Holy Spirit.  It is through this Sacrament that our initiation as Christians is complete.

Confirmation for Teens

Teens entering sophmore and junior year of High School may seek the Sacrament of Confirmation. The Teen Confirmation program is a 2 year program - Sophomore thru Junior year.  If, however, the candidate attends a Catholic high school it need only be one year.  The confirmation candidates meet on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evening of the month, mid-September through May and on other specified dates.

To participate in the Confirmation Preparation students must have attended 2 years of high-school level parish catechesis or be enrolled in a Catholic High School.  If your student does not meet this requirement, contact the YDM office to discuss possible arrangements. The requirements to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation are:

• Fully practice their faith (this means, at a minimum: 1. attend Mass every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation; 2. Receive Communion at least once a year at Easter; 3. Receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation once a year.)
• Attend and fully participate in the Confirmation Prep sessions.
• Attend the two-day, one-night Confirmation retreat or a retreat of equivalent length with another parish.
• Fully participate in the service opportunities offered by the YDM program, as well as an additional service project  with your Sponsor

If one of your teens is in need of the Sacrament of Confirmation, email Erika Evans at eevans@stjoesbb.com or call the YDM office at 262-662-3317.

Adult Confirmation

Adults who have not received the Sacrament of Confirmation yet are able to take part of RCIA or the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.  Generally, adults receive the Sacrament of Confirmation during the Easter Vigil Mass.  If you are in need of the Sacrament of Confirmation, contact the parish office here for more information.