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The Rite of Confirmation Mass
Tuesday, February 23, 2021, 7:00 pm-
Mass could last 90 minutes
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Attendance for the Mass is limited to candidates, sponsors, and parents only
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Seating with social-distancing observed:
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Sponsors & candidates will have reserved seating together in the Church
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Parents will sit elsewhere in the Church or Burak Room (with TV viewing)
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Livestream of the Confirmation Liturgy will be provided for those unable to attend in-person
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Candidates and sponsors should arrive between 6:30-6:40 pm to sit in their assigned pew
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Pictures / Video:
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Archbishop requests NO pictures and NO videos during Mass
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No individual pictures will be taken of candidates with Archbishop Naumann
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No reception will occur at the Parish following the Mass
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Certificates will be sent home via backpack for school & mailed home for SOR
Options for the Sick or Immune Compromised (Please advise as early as possible)
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Candidate: Confirmed at a later date (TBD)
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Sponsor: Another adult may attend as a proxy (instead of sponsor)
*** Contact Mrs. Myers: bernadettemyers@cureofars.com or 913-521-9361
Confirmation Attire (Dress)
(Modesty should prevail over style)
Girls- no strapless or spaghetti straps
- dress/ skirt length should be modest
- Sleeveless dresses or tops should be worn with a cardigan, jacket, or shrug
- Heels should be 2" or lower (more standing is required during this Mass)
Boys- dress slacks
- tie & dress shirt (solid color)
- Dress socks & shoes
- Please no tennis shoes
- Optional: Suit coat or sport coat
Optional: Since the liturgical color for Confirmation is red, it would be appropriate to wear a red tie or red blouse, dress, or cardigan. Red signifies the Holy Spirit who confirmed the apostles on Pentecost and gave them the courage to practice their faith.
How parents can make the day of Confirmation special for their child:-
Ask family and friends to pray for your child and let your child know
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Write a letter to your child to be opened on Confirmation day. Possible thoughts to share: How faith has helped you, what’s next for your child’s faith journey, ways to recognize the Holy Spirit
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Have grandparents, godparents, older siblings, and other important persons write letters to your child that is given to him/her on Confirmation night
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Host a special dinner to celebrate Confirmation, perhaps decorate the table with the color red
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Take pictures before and/or after Confirmation in your home
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Have a Zoom call with your close family and friends to congratulate your child
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