News about the Confirmation ceremony and rehearsal

St. Emily and St. Thomas Becket Parishes
February 14, 2020
Thanks for the Retreat Team
Our retreat team was great!

Our Confirmation retreat was a lovely day.  We were especially grateful to the team - sixteen high school students who have come through our Confirmation program and who came back to share their reflections on how they live the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Our team leaders were:   Christine Sullivan, Bree Fernandez, Dylan Cha, Lucy Planica, Maggie Clarke, Paige Natindim, Eileen Lee, Josephine Stepek, Andy Dobek, Juan Rivera, Shannon Walsh, Teagan Groh, Paddy Bateman, Bella Fiarito, Ari Folino, Immanuel Loberanes

The participants in the retreat enjoyed hearing their perspectives.  The adults were happy to realize that our high schoolers showed that they had really learned something and were living their faith.
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What to know about the Confirmation Ceremony

Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 PM.  

Bishop Mark Bartosic will be with us to confer the sacrament.

All the sponsors and candidates should plan to assemble in Hajdu Hall by 1:00 PM.  The Bishop wishes to speak to the candidates before the ceremony.

There will be a rehearsal on Tuesday evening, March 10 at 7:00 PM. The candidates should plan on being there.   If the sponsor can come, that is great.  However, we realize that many have to travel a great distance.  If it is a burden, the sponsor need not be at the rehearsal.

Dress appropriately for church.  Girls should take care that their dresses are not too short, nor that their necklines are too low. Boys should wear a dress shirt and tie.  Suits are optional.

If you have any questions about the ceremony or rehearsal, contact Cathy Crino.
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More Works of Mercy Opportunities
  • There will be a Fish Fry at St. Emily on April 3 to benefit the Religious Educaton program. There are lots of fun ways to be of service.  Check it out here.
     
  • It is a lot of work to set up the church for Holy Week and Easter.  You are welcome to help the Liturgy Committee.  Sign up here.

You can find ideas on these lists for things to do in your everyday life.
Quick Links
St. Emily Parish
Catherine Crino, DRE
847-299-5865
St. Thomas Becket Parish
Renata Sosin, CRE
847-296-9051
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