The Sacrament of Confirmation
for Children in High School
Pastoral Manual
Confirmation is one of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist).
Confirmation is the special outpouring of the Holy Spirit that brings an increase and deepening of baptismal grace.
A minimum of two (2) years of formal religious education in a parish or Catholic school program precedes preparation for the celebration of the sacrament of confirmation
Teen Confirmation
Adolescents who were baptized as an infant or toddler receive Confirmation generally 14-16 years of age. The Bishop is the ordinary minister of Confirmation. A recent baptismal certificate is required so the reception of the sacrament can be duly recorded at their church of baptism.
Adult Confirmation
Contact Kassandra Sanchez at ksanchez@smcaustin.org for more information.
In the sacrament of Confirmation,
the baptized person is "sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit"Grado 9