THE SACRAMENT OF THE CONFIRMATION

Confirmation

“Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the ‘sacraments of Christian initiation,’ whose unity must be safeguarded…The reception of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace. For 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. Hence, they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, #1285)

 Students at St. Katharine Drexel Parish receives the Sacrament of Confirmation in 8th Grade. If your child attends a private Catholic Academy or other Religious education program, please contact our Director of Religious Education.

Please know that it is never too late to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation! If anyone wishes to receive this Sacrament, never having done so as a child, please contact the Parish office. We will be very glad to assist you.  

 SPONSORS

For the Sacrament of Confirmation, each child / adult must have one sponsor. In order to be eligible, a sponsor must be:

• At least 16 years of age

• A fully initiated Catholic (has received Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist)

• A parent may not be a sponsor for their own child

• A practicing Catholic (including the regular reception of the Sacraments)

• Married in the Church (if sponsor is married)

• All sponsors must obtain a letter of eligibility from the Parish in which they are currently registered.