The Sacrament of Confirmation

Confirmation is a Catholic sacrament of mature Christian commitment and a deepening of baptismal gifts. Like Baptism and Eucharist, it is a Sacrament of Initiation for Catholics and a Sacrament of faith in God's fidelity to us.

By the sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit and are, therefore, as true witnesses of Christ, challenged to spread and defend their Catholic faith by word and deed.

Preparation for Confirmation can take one to two years. Candidates must be at least 16 years old and in the eleventh or twelfth grade.

Adults who have not been confirmed are prepared through participation in the RCIA or another special program. They may receive Confirmation from the Bishop at the annual parish celebration or from the Pastor at another time during the year.

Additional Information

The following attachments are offered to help enrich the Confirmation Experience for the Candidate; Parent or Guardian; and Sponsor:

• 2010 / 2011 Confirmation Calendar
• Candidate Confirmation Covenant
• Parent/Guardian Confirmation Covenant
• Choosing a Confirmation Sponsor

Please contact Cheryl Brooten in the the Parish Office for information on how to get started (206) 242­-4575, ext 24, or email: