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CONFIRMATION

“Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

Confirmation is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation in the Catholic Church. In this sacrament, we are strengthened by the Holy Spirit to live out our Catholic faith more fully. Confirmation deepens the grace we received at Baptism and equips us to be active witnesses to Christ in the world.

At St. Peter’s, Confirmation preparation typically begins in the fall and is open to students in Grade 6 and up. The program includes formation sessions, a retreat, a rehearsal, and the celebration of the sacrament in the spring.

How Preparation Works

  • One Parent Gathering Session (Parent Only)

  • Six Student Gathering Sessions (Student Only, Parents attend session 6)

  • One Weekend Retreat (dates to be provided by the Diocese)

  • Preparation includes time for prayer, learning about the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and building community.

  • The date of the Confirmation celebration is assigned by the Bishop and usually takes place between May and June.
 

Registration deadline is November 2nd, 2027.

Our sessions this year will be offered on Mondays and Tuesdays from 6pm until 7:30pm. Our Parent Gathering will take place on Sept 21st & 22nd (please note, you only need to pick one session to attend).

 

Please find below the schedule for the 2026-2027 Program:

Confirmation Sessions

Parent Gathering: 

Monday, September 21st @ 6pm 

Tuesday, September 22nd@ 6pm 

 

Student Review (Optional): 

Monday, October 5th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, October 6th @ 6pm 

 

Student Gathering 1: 

Monday, November 9th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, November 10th @ 6pm 

 

Student Gathering 2: 

Monday, December 7th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, December 8th @ 6pm 

 

Student Gathering 3: 

Monday, January 11th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, January 12th @ 6pm 

Student Gathering 4: 

Monday, February 8th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, February 9th @ 6pm  

 

Student Gathering 5: 

Monday, March 15th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, March 16th @ 6pm 

 

Family Gathering 6 (parents invited to attend): 

Monday, April 12th @ 6pm 

Tuesday, April 13th  @ 6pm 

 

Closing Retreat: 

Saturday, April 24th (Time TBD)

 

Confirmation Celebration: 

Date TBD: The Bishop’s office will provide this date in early 2027 

Registration for the Sacrament of Confirmation for the 2026/2027 year is now open.

Registration deadline is November 2nd, 2027. 

Please use this form to register for this Sacrament Preparation program if your child is school aged. This includes students in High School (12-16). If your child is Elementary school ages (7-11 years), please register under First Reconciliation and Eucharist.

If you have any questions, please email: sacraments@st-peters.ca

The Resurrection Choir at St. Peter’s stands as a testament to the power of music and compassion. By coming together for the sole purpose of singing at Catholic funerals, choir members provide a touching and heartfelt gift to grieving families, lifting spirits and creating a sense of peace during times of loss.

For those who wish to be part of a choir but cannot make a weekly commitment, the Resurrection Choir is the perfect fit. We understand that people have busy lives and might find it challenging to commit to regular rehearsals. Therefore, we only practice before each funeral Mass, allowing members to participate when they are available.

If you want to be part of a choir that makes a difference without the pressure of a weekly commitment, we warmly welcome you.  The joy of making a positive impact on the lives of grieving families is the most rewarding aspect of being part of the Resurrection Choir.

Encounter is a new choir that began to serve St. Peters in late 2022. We would love to welcome singers and musicians of all ages to join our growing group. Our song selections are mostly traditional sprinkled with some contemporary – sourced from the Glory & Praise hymnal. 

 

Our choir has a passion for leading St Peter’s congregation in praise, the meaning of our name, Laudate.  We are a friendly and supportive group who love the liturgy, the music and the gift of blending our voices with each other and the assembly. The music we sing is diverse, from chant & traditional to contemporary. Our membership presently is mostly adults but families with children are always welcome. Many young people have grown up in our ranks! Singers and instrumentalists, with or without experience, who share our desire to praise and to serve, are invited to join us.

 

Youth Alive is a group of young singers and musicians who come together to offer praise to God.  Being a part of our choir provides kids and teens with opportunities to grow musically as individuals, while contributing to the artistry of singing together as a group.

There are also opportunities to grow into leading roles, thereby allowing for teens to build confidence, and become role models for the younger ones. We are always happy to welcome new members who share our passion for music, as well as a solid commitment to serving the parish of St Peter’s.

 

We are a group of singers and players who get up extra early to praise God with music!

There are opportunities for a variety of skill and confidence levels. Being able to read music is an asset but is not required. Instruments get the chance to shine by playing musical parts.

Choristers are encouraged to blend their voices in song and are provided with the opportunity to sing solo parts as needed. We practise every two weeks for about an hour. There is an emphasis on joy and mutual support.

Welcome to our Saturday Night Live Choir where our dedicated singers and musicians understand the importance of embracing modern musical styles while honoring our rich Catholic traditions. Our limited practice time before Mass enables those who are busy during the week, to fit both choir participation and Mass into their schedules. 

Our choir’s energy and enthusiasm radiates throughout the church as we engage the congregation in active participation. Our goal is to create an atmosphere that resonates with all generations, inviting the congregation to connect deeply with their spirituality through the power of music, igniting the fire of faith within every heart present.  We happily welcome new members!