Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation
Confirmation
Is the second of the three sacraments of Christian initiation. Confirmation completes Baptism, by which in the laying on of hands and the anointing with Chrism Oil, we are confirmed with the fullness of the Holy Spirit. We are reminded and called to participate in the ministry and mission of Jesus and strengthened to follow Jesus more closely.
Confirmation exhibits growth and learning within the Catholic faith and signifies a “sealing” of an individual’s connection to the church.
Importance of Confirmation
Confirmation calls us to be a missionary witness of Christ in our family, society and the world which deepens our new life. Through Confirmation, a persons relationship with Christ is reinforced. We receive the message of faith in a deeper manner with more emphasis given to the person of Jesus Christ, who asked the Father to give the Holy Spirit to the Church for building up the community in loving service.
Holy Spirits Gifts - wisdom, understanding, knowledge, fortitude, counsel, piety, and fear of the Lord—to assist us in our mission and witness. The impact of these gifts accompanies us in the various stages of our spiritual development. Allowing us to understand more of our purpose and to bear witness of Christ's mission.
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