Sacrament of Confirmation 2025
Confirmation is one of the Sacraments of Initiation, enhancing and deepening the spiritual journey that begins with Baptism.
Receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation strengthens a Christian's relationship with God and fortifies the Gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. This empowerment equips Christians to witness Christ in the world more effectively.
The Catholic Parish of New Plymouth offers an engaging and spirited Confirmation programme every year during Term 2, held on Mondays from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The programme consists of seven sessions, along with a weekend confirmation camp.
Attendance at all sessions and the camp is essential, so please ensure your participation.
The 2025 Confirmation Programme takes place during Term 2, from 28 April 2025 to 15 June 2025.
Important dates!
Confirmation sessions
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at St. Joseph's church hall
- Monday, 28 April
- Monday, 5 May
- Monday, 12 May
- Monday 19 May
- Monday, 26 May
- Monday, 9 June
- Saturday, 14 June
Confirmation camp
Friday, 30 May (5:00 pm) - Sunday, 1 June 2025 (2:00 pm)
The camp will end with a family Mass and a potluck lunch at 12:00 pm on Sunday, 1 June 2025. Family members and sponsors are welcome to join.
Confirmation Mass
Sunday, 15 June 2025, at 9:00 am at St. Joseph's Church with Bishop John Adams, followed by a Confirmation Celebration in the church hall.
Second registration is NOW open! Click here to register!
SECOND REGISTRATIONS CLOSE ON GOOD FRIDAY, 18 APRIL 2025.
For more information, please email Susilo at [email protected] or keep an eye on the notice boards at your school and the youth notice board in the church foyer for updates.