Confirmation

Introduction

The sacrament of Confirmation extends to the Church of every time and place the gift of the Holy Spirit sent to the Apostles on Pentecost. Many signs accompanied the coming of the Spirit. But the most notable effect was the transformation of this frightened, cowardly group of men into inspired and fearless witnesses to their Lord's resurrection and to his saving power. (The Gift of Faith, p. 236)

Confirmation confers on the baptized an indelible character, the seal of the Lord, and enriches them with the gifts of the Holy Spirit which conforms them more closely to Christ, binds them more perfectly to the Church, and gives them grace and strength, as true witnesses of Christ, to spread the Lord's presence among others and to defend the faith by word and deed. (CCC, 1285)

For information on youth preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation, visit: FaithFormation/YouthMinistry/Confirmation

For information on adults preparing for the sacrament of Confirmation, visit: OCIA

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