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| Your shortlist | OSV CurriculumCall to Celebrate: Confirmation A Confirmation workbook for middle and high school students, paired with DVD or online materials. Its SourceBook includes supplements for parents, sponsors, and the parish community. | Saint Mary's PressThe Catholic Faith Handbook for Youth: Confirmation A comprehensive youth catechism and Confirmation preparation program from Saint Mary's Press organized around the four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (Creed, Sacraments, Morality, and Prayer) with dedicated parish catechist guides. |
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| Publisher | OSV Curriculum | Saint Mary's Press |
| Category | Confirmation | Confirmation |
| Ages | Middle/high school | Middle school and high school |
| Format | print + DVD/online | print student handbook, catechist guide, teacher guide, and free online resources |
| Sessions | 8 sessions (Younger and Older Adolescent editions) | 37 chapters across 1 introductory unit and 6 thematic units |
| Price (as published) | Candidate Book $9.95 ($7.56 for 10+, $7.16 for 25+, $6.36 for 75+, $5.75 for 150+); Source Book (Leader Guide) $41.99 via Communication Center | Student Book $31.95; Catechist Guide $32.95 |
| Spanish edition | yes (bilingual text) | no |
| Leader guide | OSV's program site offers DRE/leader resources (scope & sequence, components, tips to involve the parish, adult Confirmation), catechist session planners for both editions, activity masters, and parent, sponsor and retreat handouts. A Sponsor and Mentor Handbook and Confirmation Source Book support parish leaders. | Dedicated Parish Edition Catechist Guide (STMR-212625) and Teaching Activities Manual provide structured group session plans, assessments, presentations, and activity options. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
| Source | View source | View source |
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