What is Confirmation?

Confirmation is a chance to make the decision of reaffirming Catholicism as your faith. This is to say that you are old enough to make the choice to follow Catholicism. It is similar to the choices your parents made for you at baptism, but this time the choices are yours. It is the last stage of your admission into the church.

What are the benefits of Confirmation?

There are many benefits of Confirmation. It is a chance for you to prove to the Church the strength of your faith. It is a chance to understand your beliefs in the Church and in Catholicism as a religion.

How old should I be?

In some churches, particularly in the North of England, Confirmation precedes First Communion, although in the majority of churches, candidates are usually around 14 or 15 years of age. Your Priest will be able to give you further details.

What preparation needs to be done?

There will be a course of classes held by members of the Parish to help you through the questions which arise during this process. They are normally run on a weekly basis although it is up to the Parish to decide on a time and place to hold these meetings. Speak to your Parish Priest for further details about the next course.

Why does the Bishop perform the ceremony?

The Parish Priest, although he has a lot of authority in the daily running of the Parish, doesn’t have the necessary authority and power to accept the candidates fully into the church. On certain occasions, if the Bishop is unable to attend the ceremony, then he will grant the Parish Priest special authority to perform the ceremony.

Confirmation

If you require any further information on this sacrament, we will be glad to help. Please send an e-mail to info@stjustusandanselm.org.uk

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