Confirmation Retreat 2026 Parish Resources
The Diocese of Erie Office of Faith Formation and the Office of Communications & Advancement have created the following resources to help parishes promote the 2026 Confirmation Retreat.The Confirmation Retreat will take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Clarion University from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The retreat is open to Confirmation candidates from across the Diocese of Erie and offers a day of prayer, worship, community and faith-filled formation.
Below you will find resources available for parish use, including:
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Confirmation candidates from across the Diocese of Erie are invited to attend the 2026 Confirmation Retreat on Saturday, November 7, at Clarion University.
This exciting day-long retreat will bring together hundreds of teens for powerful prayer, Eucharistic adoration, Mass with Bishop Lawrence T. Persico, engaging speakers, music, entertainment and opportunities to grow in faith alongside other young Catholics from throughout northwestern Pennsylvania.
Participants will build friendships and discover how God is calling them to live as disciples of Jesus Christ. Learn more and register at https://eriercd.org/faithformation.
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Registration
Confirmation candidates may register through the Diocese of Erie Office of Faith Formation starting August 1.
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Confirmation Retreat Information
Office of Faith Formation
Please help share this opportunity with Confirmation candidates and their families throughout your parish community. Your support helps young people encounter Christ, deepen their faith and prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit.