Each candidate is required to perform 30 hours of Christian service.  We require that some hours be done within the parish.  No more than 10 hours in any one activity. 
Service should be donated to acceptable community organizations.  Any service completed in which the candidate receives payment, is not considered a volunteer service and will not be accepted.  If you are unsure of the acceptability of an activity, consult with Confirmation leadership (the Director or your catechists) before participating. 
The service log available from the Religious Education Office and online at stmarycloster.org, should be brought to each activity where the requested information can be recorded and then signed by the event supervisor.  Be sure to get the contact information for this person.  Always keep an updated copy of your log at home when attending an activity to guard against loss of entire sheet.  Additional forms found on the website can be used when needed.  Contact us at 201-767-8247 with any difficulty.
The service required for Confirmation will hopefully allow candidates an opportunity to grow in faith, learn the importance of giving their time, and experience the feeling that comes from helping others.
The hours noted on your St. Mary’s service log, may be accepted by Tenakill Middle School but you will need to check with your advisor for approval.
Service Options
Religious Education Program

• Consistently act as a classroom aide on Sunday mornings or Tuesdays afternoons for Religious Education.

Become an Altar Server or join the Choir

• Altar Servers are scheduled for specific Mass times so times can be chosen to fit your schedule.  Please contact Mr. Scarpa at music@stmarycloster.org.
• Those who want to sing with the student choir should contact Mr. Scarpa at music@stmarycloster.org. 

CLICK HERE FOR SERVICE LOG SHEET