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| Your shortlist | Life TeenPurpose (Life Teen Confirmation) A 24-session Confirmation program for high school students. Digital leader guides in the Life Teen app are accompanied by materials for teens, parents, and sponsors. | 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. |
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| Publisher | Life Teen | Saint Mary's Press |
| Category | Confirmation | Confirmation |
| Ages | High school | Middle school and high school |
| Format | digital + print | print handbooks, catechist guide, director manual, sponsor booklet |
| Sessions | 24 sessions | 8 to 10 sessions (Middle School and High School tracks) |
| Price (as published) | $299 initial year; $199 annual renewal | Candidate Handbook $18.95 |
| Spanish edition | yes (Spanish curriculum included with Purpose subscription alongside large group, small group, and 8th grade tracks) | partial (Spanish Sponsor Booklet available) |
| Leader guide | All leader guide content is delivered digitally in the Life Teen app; includes materials for teens, parents and sponsors 'to ease administrative tasks.' Prep time not stated. | Includes separate Catechist Guide, Program Director Manual, and bilingual Sponsor Booklet (Ungidos con el Espiritu Cuadernillo para padrinos) with session plans and liturgical preparation. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
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