Theology and Availability of Confirmation

Theology of Confirmation

The sacrament of Confirmation, which is an anointing with the holy oil of chrism, strengthens a person’s life in Christ that began at baptism. In the New Testament, Confirmation was a unique encounter with the Holy Spirit, whose presence in believers’ lives prepares them to take part in the missionary work of the Church (to proclaim God’s kingdom of justice and love).

The sponsor for confirmation should be a confirmed and practicing Catholic whose own faith is vibrant and growing and who can provide the good example and spiritual support for the candidate for Confirmation. Confirmation is the outpouring of the Holy Spirit; it is the sacrament which gives the Holy Spirit to root us more deeply in the Divine Life, incorporates us more firmly into Christ, strengthens our bond with the Church, associates us more closely with her mission, and helps us to bear witness to the Christian faith in words accompanied by deeds. (CC 1316)
This anointing with chrism which is part of the sacrament relates to the name “Christian,” which means “anointed” and derives from the title Christ, which means one whom God “anointed.” (CC, 1289)

Availability of Confirmation

• Eighth graders of the parish are confirmed during the month of November. 

• Adult catechumens are confirmed at the Easter Vigil. 

• Special Needs students are confirmed in May at the request of their parents and teachers.  

Those seeking Confirmation are asked to call the Director of Religious Education, Dr. Linda Dix, 856-235-7136 or the RCIA Director, Mrs. Jane McCorkell,  856-296-2374.