Teen Confirmation

The sacrament of Confirmation for Teens is celebrated in the Fall of 9th grade.

Requirements to be completed before receiving this sacrament are:

  • Three years of catechesis beginning in the 6th grade (6th grade – Old Testament; 7th Grade – New Testament; 8th Grade – Confirmation Workbook – Review of Catholic Theology)
  • Performing corporal and or spiritual works of mercy in 8th grade (1 work per month – October through April)
  • A pilgrimage with parents and/or sponsors (8th grade)
  • Experience with prayer methods from the Confirmation Handbook
  • Selection of a Saint’s name and a project related to that Saint (due May of 8th grade).

For more information, please contact Angela Bottom.

Ash Wednesday is February 18, 2026. Mass with distribution of ashes will be celebrated at: 6:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m., Noon, and 7:00 p.m. If you live in the Reston / Herndon area, and St. Thomas à Becket is your spiritual home, please click on red button to register with us.Registration