Faq's Confirmation

What is Confirmation?

Confirmation is a sacrament through which we receive the Holy Spirit to make us strong and perfect Christians and soldiers of Jesus Christ.
From the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
The effects are: A full outpouring of the Holy Spirit into the soul.
A deepening of the graces given at Baptism.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:16
 

Is Confirmation mentioned in the Bible?

"Now when the apostles at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent to them Peter and John, who came down and prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit; for it had not yet fallen on any of them, but they had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then they laid their hands on them and they received the Holy Spirit" (Acts 8:14-17).
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:15
 

How is connected to Baptism?

In baptism we are made Christians, but we gain strength when we receive  the Holy Spirit in Confirmation. The Apostles were very fearful, hiding out, until the Holy Spirit came to them at Pentecost. Then they went out to preach the Gospel boldly, and suffered martyrdom bravely. Both Baptism and Confirmation imprint an indelible, spiritual mark, which is the sign of Jesus Christ (from the Catechism of the Catholic Church para 1304).
Confirmation is like a completion of Baptism.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:15
 

How is connected to Eucharist?

The Catechism of the Catholic Church Para 1285 states that Baptism, the Eucharist, and Confirmation together constitute what are know as the "Sacrament of Christian Initiation." These Sacraments are necessary for saving grace.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:14
 

What are the effects of Confirmation?

From the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
The effects are: A full outpouring of the Holy Spirit into the soul.
A deepening of the graces given at Baptism.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:13
 

What is the significance of chrism oil?

The sacred chrism is the oil used for anointing in the Sacraments of the Church. This oil is blessed at a solemn Chrism Mass celebrated shortly before Easter.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:13
 

What is the significance of choosing a Confirmation name?

You become like your “name” saint. Whatever saint you choose, you will come
under their patronage, and receive the graces of their particular charisms.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:12
 

What is the role of the sponsor?

The sponsor or godparent has a duty to assist you in learning and keeping your faith, in fulfilling the responsibilities of Confirmation and helping with your spiritual welfare.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:11
 

What are appropriate gifts?

This is a memorable and important event in a child’s life so the gift can be something that the child will hold dear to their heart. These can include bibles, book of saints, jewellry, frames, photo albums, rosary beads. Figurines, statues, angels are all beautiful gifts.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 October 2010 11:09
 

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