The Sacrament of Confirmation

Preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation

YOUTH MUST SUBMIT A LETTER TO THE BISHOP REQUESTING THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION PRIOR TO CONFIRMATION THIS UPCOMING YEAR.

For all youth in the 11th grade who will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation this upcoming year, Bishop Marshall requests that a letter be written to him requesting the Sacrament.  Speak to the Director of Religious Education at your church to learn details of the topic, style and submission requirements.  

Confirmation Retreat

February 28, 2026

Location: TO BE DETERMINED due to rescheduling of the cancelled January retreat.

Presenter for the day will be Dustin Bertrand. Dustin is a dynamic speaker, youth minister, and evangelist from south Louisiana. He has a degree in psychology and criminal justice and a Masters degree in Theology and Christian Ministry from Franciscan University, Steubenville, Ohio and has been evangelizing for the past 12 years through his ministry called God Made Self Driven. 

NOTE: The retreat for January 24 was cancelled due to expected winter weather. Rescheduling information is forthcoming.

To register, contact Dcn. Jason Lavergne at 318-445-6424, ext. 207 or email dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org.

2026 Confirmation Schedule

Please note that dates, times and locations could change due to unforeseen circumstances. 

Downloadable forms and information

 

View the photo gallery from 2025.

For more information, contact Deacon Jason Laverne, Director of the Office of Religious Education and Faith Formation:
Phone: 318-445-6424, ext. 207
Email: dcnjlavergne@diocesealex.org