Reminder of dates for the Sacrament of Confirmation 2024: Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Richmond
Thank you and congratulations to all those who successfully completed their first Sacrament of Reconciliation on or around the 9th June.
This is now a reminder that preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation will begin at the end of the second week of Term 3. Dates and times are as follows:
Confirmation:
Preparation Sessions:
Dates: 4th August, 11th August, 18th August, 25th August. A practice may be required at 5 pm on Thurs 5th Sept. Time: 9.30 – 11 am each Sunday with morning tea to follow.
The Sacrament of Confirmation will take place on Saturday 7th September at 5 pm, with Archbishop Paul presiding. A light supper will follow.
Please note that Baptism is a prerequisite for the above sacraments and children must be 7-8 years or older. Parent sessions are held in conjunction with the childrens’ programme and parents are required to attend. They do not need to be regular church attendees.
Registration for the Sacrament of Confirmation is now open.
If you would like to register your child, or if you have any questions about the above programme, please do not hesitate to contact Markelle Ward markelleward@garincollege.nz or Mary Healey maryhealey6@gmail.com
‘The grace of the Sacraments nourishes in us a strong and joyful faith,
a faith that knows how to stand in wonder before the “marvels” of God’ (Pope Francis)
Markelle Ward, Director of Religious Studies