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| Your shortlist | Saint Mary's PressAnointed in the Spirit A liturgical Confirmation preparation program from Saint Mary's Press for middle school and high school parishes, exploring the symbols, rites, and gifts of the Holy Spirit. | Saint Mary's PressCalled to Mercy A hybrid Confirmation preparation program from Saint Mary's Press combining ten interactive online modules with ten gathered parish community sessions, a full-day retreat, sponsor accompaniment, and a post-Confirmation service session. |
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| Publisher | Saint Mary's Press | Saint Mary's Press |
| Category | Confirmation | Confirmation |
| Ages | Middle school and high school | High school and middle school Confirmation candidates |
| Format | print handbooks, catechist guide, director manual, sponsor booklet | hybrid (10 online eLearning modules + 10 gathered parish sessions + print/digital leader guides) |
| Sessions | 8 to 10 sessions (Middle School and High School tracks) | 10 online modules + 10 gathered sessions + retreat + post-Confirmation session |
| Price (as published) | Candidate Handbook $18.95 | $25.95 per participant seat |
| Spanish edition | partial (Spanish Sponsor Booklet available) | no |
| Leader guide | Includes separate Catechist Guide, Program Director Manual, and bilingual Sponsor Booklet (Ungidos con el Espiritu Cuadernillo para padrinos) with session plans and liturgical preparation. | Includes a print and digital Leader Guide providing step-by-step facilitation instructions for all 10 gathered sessions, the full-day Confirmation retreat, and the post-Confirmation session, plus an online Program Director Manual and integrated sponsor portal. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
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