"In the course of their Christian development, those baptized at an early age are expected, when they are ready and have been duly prepared, to make a mature and public affirmation of their faith and commitment to the responsibilities of their Baptism and to receive the laying on of hands by the bishop." – Book of Common Prayer, p. 412
2024 Confirmation Services
| Date | Time | Location | Max # Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, April 27 | 10 AM | St. David's, Kinnelon | 25 |
| Tuesday, April 30 | 7 PM | Trinity, Allendale | 25 |
| Sunday, May 5 | 2 PM | Messiah, Chester | 25 |
| Saturday, May 11 | 10 AM | Calvary, Summit | 35 |
| Tuesday, May 14 | 7 PM | St. Paul's, Englewood | 25 |
| Saturday, May 18 | 10 AM | Trinity & St. Philip’s Cathedral, Newark | 35 |
To reduce the amount of risk for COVID-19 infection, these services are limited to a maximum number of candidates as indicated above. While candidates may bring any number of guests with them, 6-8 is a recommended maximum, not including their clergy or sponsors/presenters. Guests may or may not be able to be seated with their candidate, depending on the church and the total number present. All services will be live streamed on the diocesan YouTube channel (youtube.com/c/dionewark) and Facebook page (facebook.com/dionewark).
Please contact Jane Jubilee, jjubilee@dioceseofnewark.org, with any questions about 2024 services.
Registration
Registration opens November 1, 2023.
Confirmation Retreats
All youth candidates are strongly urged to attend our Confirmation Retreat. The event usually includes group-building games and activities, worship and an opportunity to meet in small groups with Bishop Hughes.
In 2024, a separate more in-depth experience for adult candidates will be scheduled. Date, time and location TBA.
The 2024 youth retreat will be an overnight experience scheduled to begin Friday evening, March 22, and conclude by mid afternoon Saturday, March 23 at Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center. Fees and details to be announced later.
Additional information about retreat registrations for both adults and youth will be emailed to all 2024 registrants for confirmation, reception and reaffirmation and their clergy.
