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| Your shortlist | Sophia Institute for TeachersSealed in Fire: The Sacrament of Confirmation A print-based Confirmation course for grades 5–6 and up, with seven lessons and optional SketchPad videos. The teacher guide includes background readings, games, role-plays, homework, and assessments. | 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 | Sophia Institute for Teachers | Saint Mary's Press |
| Category | Confirmation | Confirmation |
| Ages | Grades 5-6 and up | Middle school and high school |
| Format | print (paperback/ebook) + free SketchPad videos | print handbooks, catechist guide, director manual, sponsor booklet |
| Sessions | 7 lessons (21 days of activities) | 8 to 10 sessions (Middle School and High School tracks) |
| Price (as published) | Student Workbook $9.99; Teacher's Guide $19.99 paperback ($19.95 Restored Order); Online Resource Library $49/yr | Candidate Handbook $18.95 |
| Spanish edition | no (English only on Sophia Sacramental Prep catalog; Spanish Espiritu de la Verdad offered only for First Reconciliation and First Communion) | partial (Spanish Sponsor Booklet available) |
| Leader guide | Teacher's Guide (112 pp.): 7 lessons with background readings, homework, games, role-plays, assessments; publisher calls lessons 'substitute-proof,' modular, photocopiable. Diocese of KC notes planning is 'not as detailed' as some programs; Vermont suggests condensing multi-day lessons. | 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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