Confirmation

What is Confirmation?

"Now when the apostles at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent them to 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

The Catechism of the Catholic Church says, "Confirmation perfects Baptismal grace...a candidate for Confirmation who has attained the age of reason must profess the faith, be in the state of grace, have the intention of receiving the sacrament, and be prepared to assume the role of disciple and witness to Christ..." (1316, 1319). Confirmation roots in the soul of the person who receives it the fruits and gifts of the Holy Spirit. These fruits and gifts give special strength to disciples so that they may live their Catholic faith more boldly.

     Gifts of the Spirit:
     Wisdom, Knowledge, Understanding, Counsel, Piety, Fortitude, & Fear of the Lord

     Fruits of the Spirit:
     Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Generosity, Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control, Goodness,
     Chastity, & Modesty


Confirmation at St. Elizabeth Seton

The Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated in May each year with our diocesan bishop. Adults may be confirmed at this time. Children age 13 and older may receive the sacrament in our diocese. Learn more about Confirmation for youth by visiting Sacramental Preparation information on the Youth Formation page.


Adult Confirmation

Are you fully initiated in the Catholic Church? Have you received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation? If you are missing any of these sacraments of initiation and would like to complete the initiation process, please contact the Parish Formation Office by calling 317-846-3850.

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