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What is Greater?
Greater is an online Confirmation retreat. Due to the current circumstances surrounding the pandemic, our typical model of proximate formation is not possible. With that in mind, Greater showcases ministry leaders and Catholic speakers across the country (and around the world) to build an amazing, on-demand, virtual Confirmation retreat experience. This (we pray!) will serve as a chance to create an environment of conversion at home and give young people opportunities for real world encounters with the Jesus who loves them. That’s what preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation should be all about.Why is it called Greater?
We are all called to something greater. God loves us where we are at, but He doesn't want us to stay where we are. We are called to grow in relationship with Jesus, with each other, with our community. This retreat encourages your young people to evaluate where they are currently in their lives and challenges them to strive for something more, for something greater.What do participants need?
Some kind of electronic device, internet, a bible (bible app is fine), snacks, a comfy environment, something to write with, an open and joyful heart, and a willingness to go all in.What do our families need?
The adult guide that goes along with the content their teen is experiencing. It can be printed out or downloaded and used digitally.
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jmcguirestpaulsofprinceton.orgDirector of Religious Education Religious Ed Saint Paul School of Princeton -
msanostpaulsofprinceton.orgAdministrative Assistant, Religious Education Office
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Name and Sponsor Selection
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Sponsor For Confirmation
We are asking Candidates to have chosen their sponsor by March 15, 2021. In order to secure a spot as sponsor, two items must be completed:
- Candidate/family must complete the online form found at the bottom of this page.
- If sponsor is *not* registered at St. Paul Parish, sponsor must request/obtain from their home parish a letter of eligibility for sponsorship.
Please note the following:- Eligibility requirements for sponsors are listed below. Siblings who meet the requirements may serve a a sponsor. Parents may not.
- If a sponsor is not able to attend the Confirmation Celebration for some reason, a proxy sponsor may be chosen. The same requirements of eligibility apply to the person chosen as a proxy. If a proxy is necessary, please contact John directly (jmcguire@stpaulsofprinceton.org)
Requirements for Sponsors:
According to Canon Laws (cc. 872-874, 893:1), sponsors for the sacrament of Confirmation must be:- 16 years of age or older
- Fully initiated Catholic (having received Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist)
- Leading a life in conformity with the faith and the role of a sponsor
- Not bound by a canonical penalty (e.g., invalid marriage)
- Not a parent of the one to be confirmed
Additionally the sponsor may be:
- The same as the sponsor (or godparent) for Baptism
- Male or female (i.e., female candidates may have male sponsors; male candidates may have female sponsors)
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Confirmation Name
Here are some details about the choice of a name for Confirmation.
- May retain baptismal name or choose new name (Diocese of Trenton. Parish Religious Education Administration Manual, Section 507:A. rev. 2012).
- New name must be name of a recognized saint of the Church (Diocese of Trenton. Parish Religious Education Administration Manual, Section 507:A. rev. 2012).
- Newly chosen name does not need to be gender consistent (Diocese of Trenton. Parish Religious Education Administration Manual, Section 507:C. rev. 2012).
Please note: Candidates choose ONE name for Confirmation. For example:My name is Kaitlyn Christine. When I was confirmed, I took the name Rose. I was confirmed as "Rose" (not "Kaitlyn Rose"). Had I chosen to retain my baptismal name, I would need to specify whether I would use "Kaitlyn" OR "Christine" as my Confirmation name. There is only one Confirmation name. When candidates receive their confirmation certificate, it will have their first name, confirmation name (if different than their first name), and last name.
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