The Quinceanera is a religious and social celebration in which a young girl thanks God for the years she has already lived and the blessings she has received.  This celebration acknowledges that the adolescent turning 15 is beginning to transition from childhood to adulthood.  In the ceremony, the girl is also asked to renew her baptism promises.  The Quinceanera emphasizes the importance of family and society in the life of the young woman.  The Quinceanera solidifies her commitment to her faith and is usually followed by a reception of dances and food traditionally enjoyed by family and friends.
The family must be registered members of Good Shepherd Parish and the candidate must have received her First Holy Communion and Confirmation, although she may currently be in a program of preparation for Confirmation. 

Once all requirements have been met, you will be asked to select one reading from each of the Old and New Testaments. The candidate will be required to recite the Act of Thanksgiving, she is not required to memorize it.  If you would like more information, please call the Parish Office at 732-826-4859 or fill out and submit the form to the left.