If you were baptized Catholic as a child but have not received your Confirmation, please visit our BECOMING CATHOLIC/RCIA page for more information.


The Sacramental program is Parish based and follows the guidelines of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. It is separate and distinct from the Faith Formation Program. Its focus is on conversion, both of the person and of the community.  It aims to produce a transformation in the person who is to encounter Christ in the Sacrament. Sacramental instruction is limited in time and provides immediate preparation for the celebration of the Sacrament. It never replaces Faith Formation, which is a life long journey of faith. 

Confirmation preparation includes an overnight retreat experience at St. Leo Abbey, in which the retreat sessions are all focused on Confirmation and God's unconditional love.  Throughout the retreat, Confirmandi will have an opportunity to engage in small groups, listen to talks, play and raise God through prayer and song.