Confirmation is one of the Sacraments of Initiation; it completes the grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seal or confirm the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for worship and apostolic life in the Church.

7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit

 Wisdom, Understanding, Courage, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety and Fear of the Lord

12 Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Charity, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Generosity, Gentleness,Faithfulness, Modesty, Self Control and Chastity

Effects of the Holy Spirit

• Baptismal grace is increased and deepened
• An indelible mark is imprinted on the soul (like Baptism)
• The Confirmand is rooted more deeply as a "child of God"
• The Confirmand is rooted more deeply to Christ
• The gifts of the Holy Spirit increase• The Confirmand's bond with the Church is perfected
• Special grace is given to to the Confirmand to spread and defend the faith by word and deed as true witnesses
• The Confirmand is enabled to confess Christ boldly and never be ashamed of the Cross 

Minister of the Sacrament

The ordinary minister of the sacrament of confirmation is the Bishop, the head of the local church.

Under normal circumstances, candidates for Confirmation must complete a process of preparation through the parish. For high school students, this includes a two-year period of formation which normally begins in the ninth grade. For a complete list of requirements, please review the “Confirmation Program Overview” packet on the high school Confirmation page.
 
For adults who are seeking the sacrament of Confirmation, please contact the Director of Religious Education, Sue Gammon, at 919-570-0070.