The sacrament of confirmation completes the sacrament of baptism. In baptism, we receive the Holy Spirit.  In confirmation, this relationship is sealed and strenghtened.  As a sacrament of initiation, confirmation is closely related to baptism, but in practice the two sacraments are often separated by many years.  

THE CHURCH TEACHES

Confirmation is a true sacrament instituted by Christ and different from baptism. It is administered by laying-on of hands and anointing with chrism accompanied by prayer. The chrism is blessed by the bishop and the bishop administers the sacrament. All baptized persons can and should be confirmed. The effect of the sacrament of confirmation is to give strength in faith and for the confession of faith and to impress an indelible character.  Like baptism, it marks us for Christ.

Requirements for the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation:

• One must have a personal desire to prepare and receive this sacrament.

• No child will receive this Sacrament until they are in the eighth grade and after two years of faith formation with good attendance at this parish or any other parish (proof from any other parish will be required).

• Must have turned in a copy of the child’s Baptismal Certificate.

• Must have been baptized and received their 1st Eucharist.

• Parents must attend a meeting/workshop prior to the reception of the sacrament.

• Parents must attend monthly mandatory parent classes.

• Must attend a retreat and participate actively.