Confirmation Recap
November 17, 2013 - Day Retreat with Sean Forrest
What did you all do for the 4 hours?!
I am sure many of you were wondering what a 4-hour day Confirmation "class" was going to consist of. I hope your teens share with you the laughs, the stories, and the prayer opportunities they were a part of today. Knowing that some may not, here's the info!
Here's some quick points that were covered today:
Here's some quick points that were covered today:
- Sean used games and music to make everyone feel comfortable and at ease - a good way to make us all put our walls down as we entered into the day
- He shared a powerful story of a time when he did not listen to God's voice in middle school that resulted in a tragic lesson that has led him to live differently
- He challenged us to find reasons to believe in God, to understand that Jesus is God, and to know what our purpose on this earth is all about.
- He guided us in prayer and encouraged us to place God first in our lives - to ask the question, "If I died today, would I go to heaven or hell?"
Here are some questions for you to help with conversation:
- What was your favorite part from Sean's presentation today?
- What was the most moving part for you?
- What was the story about Pat that Sean shared with you today?
- Why did Sean end up choosing to be a Catholic after dabbling in every other religion possible?
- How did Sean explain to you about Jesus being God?
And here's a special challenge question that you can answer with your family: It's a hard one - but one worth answering and praying about......
- Are we as a family putting God first in our lives? If not, what are we putting in front of God? (money, sports, school work, job, friends, chores, etc.)
UPCOMING DATES
9th Grade - November 24th
10th Grade - December 8th
Combined Gathering with Sponsors & Rite of Welcoming - December 15th
As a reminder, BOTH 9TH AND 10TH GRADERS should pick a sponsor prior to our December 15th gathering. If people are having a difficult time in choosing someone, please DO NOT "just pick anyone" but rather let me know and we can give you more time.
10th Grade - December 8th
Combined Gathering with Sponsors & Rite of Welcoming - December 15th
As a reminder, BOTH 9TH AND 10TH GRADERS should pick a sponsor prior to our December 15th gathering. If people are having a difficult time in choosing someone, please DO NOT "just pick anyone" but rather let me know and we can give you more time.