Confirmation
One of the ensemble of the Sacraments of Initiation into the Church, together with Baptism and Eucharist. Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or "confirm" the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, p. 872)
For Youth & High School Confirmation
There is a two year middle school program for 7th and 8th grader students. The High School program meets on Sundays.Confirmation ceremonies are held near the Feast of St. Mark (April 25).One of the ensemble of the Sacraments of Initiation into the Church, together with Baptism and Eucharist. Confirmation completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or "confirm" the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, p. 872)
For Youth & High School Confirmation
Contact:
St. Mark Youth Ministry Office at 972-578-9583 or Youth Ministry.
Adult Confirmation
In an effort to “open wide the doors to Christ” for the people of the Diocese of Dallas, Bishop Kevin Farrell has extended the permission for pastors to confirm adults in their parishes on Christ the King and Pentecost Sunday. In this light, St. Mark the Evangelist, through Bishop Farrell, invites our practicing adult Catholics, who lack the Sacrament of Confirmation, to be sealed with the fullness of the gift of the Holy Spirit. Our next class for Adult Confirmation will be on Mon. May 10, 2010, in the Library,
Contact:
Debbie Betz at 972-423-4715 or 972-423-5600, ext. 232.