The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) states: “Confirmation perfects Baptismal grace; it is the sacrament which gives the Holy Spirit in order to root us more deeply in the divine filiation, incorporate us more firmly into Christ, strengthen our bond with the Church, associate us more closely with her mission, and help us bear witness to the Christian faith in words accompanied by deeds. (Paragraph 1316)

Confirmation is a Catholic Sacrament of mature Christian commitment and a deepening of baptismal gifts. It is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation for Catholics. It is most often associated with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Through the Sacrament of Baptism, we are adopted as sons & daughters into God’s family – the Catholic Church. Through the Sacrament of Confirmation, our identity as children of God is perfected and strengthened by the Holy Spirit.

If you or your child has not yet made your Confirmation the parish offers Religious Education classes in order to help you understand the sacrament.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR CONFIRMATION

• The Sacrament of Confirmation is a two-year process for youth in grades 7 – 11, who have received Baptism, First Reconciliation and First Eucharist.  Space is limited and you will see information announced in the Bulletin and in the Mass.

• Students who are in grade 12 should wait until they have turned 18 and enroll in the Adult OCIA program to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.

• Students or Adults who have not yet received all of the sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, and First Eucharist need to enroll in the Adult OCIA program to receive all of the sacraments including Confirmation.

EXPECTATIONS DURING CONFIRMATION PREP

• Students must attend all scheduled classes, parent/sponsor sessions, retreats and also perform service (community and liturgical) hours each year.

• Students and/or families who miss more than the equivalent of 3 hours in the program during a year, will be removed from the program and/or will be unable to advance to the second year.

• Schedules and Calendars will be distributed at the first session. If a session is missed it is up to the parent to immediately contact the religious education office or the Catechist to determine what lesson(s) need to be made up/completed, as well as when sacrament preparation sessions are held.
   Registration from Year 1 into Year 2 is NOT automatic; children must be registered each year.

• Sponsors – students receiving Confirmation must choose a Sponsor who is in good standing with the Catholic church. Click the link for information on who can be a Sponsor according to Diocesan guidelines pursuant to Canon 874.1. Sponsors must be chosen during year 1 so that the Sponsor will be involved in the student’s formation in year 2. Forms and due date will be provided to students/parents at the first/orientation class.

• A student who does not complete all requirements in year 1 (community & liturgical service), retreats, etc. may not advance to year 2 or will have to make up requirements prior to receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. Parents are responsible for making sure the student is staying current and attends events as required.

• Confirmation Program: Administration | Diocese of Sacramento (scd.org)

*The Religious Ed and Confirmation program at the mission churches of St. Boniface and St. Daniel may vary slightly. You will be provided with information on classes at the mission parishes at registration.

Please contact the parish office for more information. 


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