Confirmation
“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
2025 Confirmation Services
All services will be live streamed. Registration for Spring 2025 Confirmation services will close at 5 PM Friday, March 14 or when the maximum number of Candidates is reached.
- Saturday, April 26, 10 AM – Trinity & St. Philip’s Cathedral Newark
At capacity – registration closed - Saturday, May 3, 10 AM – St. Elizabeth’s, Ridgewood
At capacity – registration closed - Saturday, May 10, 10 AM – Christ Church, Newton
- Saturday, May 31, 10 AM – Church of the Saviour, Denville
- Tuesday, June 3, 7 PM – Christ Church, Short Hills
At capacity – registration closed
2025 Confirmation Retreats
Tuesday, March 25, 7 PM
This gathering a quiet, small-group setting will enable adult candidates to build on their faith journey to confirmation, reception and/or reaffirmation.
Friday, March 28, 7 PM – Saturday, March 29, 3 PM
Cross Roads Camp and Retreat Center
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. Registration now open through March 21.
Confirmation Photos
Official photos from Confirmation services since 2019 are available to download from the Diocese of Newark’s Flickr account.
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