Confirmation Sacrament Form 2026

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation for the youth (7th – 12th grade) is a two-year commitment that includes intentional formation, prayer, and personal discernment. During this process, our youth are mentored as they explore what it means for them as an individual to be called to live more deeply as a Christian missionary disciple, equipping them to live out their faith as lifelong Catholics. The Sacrament of Confirmation is received in the winter/spring of the second year as the young person affirms that, with the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit, they want to live a Christian life as a Catholic, bearing witness to Christ in the world.

As the young person prepares to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, we ask that the parents fill out the below sacramental form by Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Before filling out the form, please review the information below that you will need in advance to submit it.

Baptism Certificate

The record for the Sacrament of Confirmation is sent to the parish where your child received their baptism. If your child was not baptized at St. Raymond Parish, you must provide a copy of the baptismal certificate. Please be prepared to upload a copy (jpeg, png, or pdf) of the certificate in the form. We are unable to access school records.

Sponsor
Candidates entering Year 1 (7th grade and up) should choose a Confirmation sponsor who will guide them through the formation process. They should be available to pray with, answer questions, and support during the candidate’s formation process and for the rest of their lives. Parents, please guide your son or daughter in prayerfully considering who they will choose as their Confirmation Sponsor.

Requirements for being a Sponsor:

Must be at least 16 years of age
Must be a practicing Catholic
Must be a fully initiated Catholic (has received the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Eucharist, and Confirmation)
Must display a visible commitment to living out the Catholic faith and have the ability and intention to carry out his/her responsibility as a spiritual guide in the Candidate’s life
Cannot be a parent of the Candidate

Questions
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Faith Formation Team at 847-253-8600 or the emails below.

Sharon Moeykens – s.moeykens@st-raymond.org
Director of Lifelong Faith Formation

Patrick McGarry – p.mcgarry@st-raymond.org
Confirmation Coordinator

Elizabeth Theiss – e.theiss@st-raymond.org
Faith Formation Assistant

2026 Confirmation Sacrament Form

Candidate Information

Family Last Name(Required)

Candidate's Name(Required)

First Middle Last Suffix

Please share any known allergies and medical needs.(Required)

The parish Confirmation Sessions in Year 2 will have either snacks or a meal. This information will help ensure student health safety and best serve individual needs. If none, write N/A.

Family Information

Mother's Name (first, maiden, and last)(Required)

First Maiden Last

Father's Name (first and last)(Required)

First Last

Home Address(Required)

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Primary Email(Required)

Additional Email

Primary Phone Number(Required)

Additional Phone Number

Please share with us any special family accommodations that will be needed for Confirmation Mass in 2026.

Example: Handicapped or wheelchair accessible etc...A blank response indicates no accommodations are required. (Please leave blank no accommodations are needed)

Baptism and First Holy Communion Information

Please be sure the information below is accurate since Confirmation records must be sent to the parish where your child was baptized. ** If your child was not baptized at St. Raymond Parish, we will need a copy of the baptismal certificate. Please upload a copy of the certificate in the section below.

Has this candidate received the Sacrament of First Holy Communion?(Required)

Yes

Candidate's Name as written on the baptismal certificate.(Required)

First Middle Last Suffix

Candidate's baptismal date(Required)

Please type in the date, including the month, date, year - example: 06/20/2005.

Was your child baptized at St. Raymond Parish?(Required)

Yes

Church where baptism was received.(Required)

Church Address(Required)

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Please upload a copy of the baptismal certificate.(Required)

This can be a jpeg, gif, png, or pdf.

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, gif, Max. file size: 8 MB.

Confirmation Sponsor Information

Sponsor Name(Required)

First Last

Sponsor Email(Required)

Sponsor's Home Parish(Required)

Sponsor's Home Parish Address(Required)

City State

Waivers

This form spans the two year of Confirmation preparation (2024-2025). In Year 2 (2025-2026), candidates will be gathering together at the parish we need to ensure we have all Emergency information, consents, and waivers on file for the duration of sacramental preparation.

I allow my child's first and last name may appear in the parish bulletin when Confirmation candidates are announced in March?(Required)

Yes

Photography Waiver(Required)

I give St. Raymond de Penafort Parish permission to use photo(s) of my child taken during the program or parish event for communications (including but not limited to: bulletin, newsletter, website, posters, and other public relations material, including email, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other similar forms of social media communication).

I agree to the photography policy

I don't agree to the photography policy

Medical Waiver(Required)

If the parents or guardians cannot be contacted in case of serious injury or illness, I authorize St. Raymond de Penafort staff to take emergency action deemed necessary, including the transportation of the student to a hospital or medical center. As a parent or guardian, I authorize the treatment by a qualified and licensed medical doctor of the minor(s) listed in this registration in the event of a medical emergency that, in the opinion of the attending physician, may endanger his/her life, cause disfigurement or undue discomfort if delayed. This authority is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me.

I agree to the Medical Waiver