The Sacrament of Confirmation is one of the three Sacraments of Initiation into the Catholic Church (together with Baptism and Holy Communion). This special anointing given by the bishop has the effect of increasing, deepening, and strengthening the sanctifying grace of God given to us at our baptism. While baptism removes from our souls the stain of original sin, the Sacrament of Confirmation pours into our souls the fullness of the power of the Holy Spirit – just like the Apostles received at Pentecost.
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the person receives the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord.
“Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the “sacraments of Christian initiation,” whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace…”
Catechism of the Catholic Church #1285
Confirmation Preparation for Teens
The preparation program for the Sacrament of Confirmation is a two year process. It begins with 7th Grade Sunday Faith Formation and concludes with the 8th Grade class.
Bishop Gregory Parkes schedules one Confirmation Mass which includes all six parishes of Citrus County. The Mass includes both the teens and adults who have completed the preparation program.
Confirmation Preparation for Adults
The preparation program for Adult Confirmation is part of our OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) process through which adults are fully initiated into the Catholic Church.
