Confirmation Retreat

Candidates building the Kingdom of God
with pasta and marshmallows

The Confirmation candidates took some time to reflect and think about their faith during their Confirmation retreat on January 18, which was held at the Archdiocesan Youth Retreat Center in Kearny. The retreat was led by 4 of our very own young people, who have been working since the middle of December to prepare witness talks and activities. Kieran Baguiwet, April Klecak, Rosalina Perez, and Sarah Roselli each spoke about their faith and how they have built a relationship with Jesus. After each witness talk, the candidates had the opportunity to discuss their faith with one another in small groups. They also talked about their gifts and talents and how they can help build the Kingdom of God here on earth.  A retreat is a great time of reflection. The candidates took advantage of the opportunity during Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and after which when they wrote letters to themselves about where they hope to grow in their faith. The presence of the Holy Spirit was truly with the entire group during this day.

Candidates writing letters to themselves about
how they hope to grow closer to God during this next year.