The Sacrament of Confirmation The Sacraments Document #: TX002119

Jesus promised the coming of the Holy Spirit. © Zvonimir Atletic/shutterstock.com

The bishop is the ordinary minister of Confirmation. The Rite of Confirmation When necessary, a priest may administer the Sacrament of Confirmation. © Zvonimir Atletic/shutterstock.com

Know the Holy Spirit. Preparing for Confirmation Recognize the Holy Spirit’s work in his actions and gifts. Be willing to follow the Holy Spirit’s inspirations. Have a sponsor who supports you in your growth. © George Muresan/shutterstock.com

The gathering ritual Introductory Rites Candidates for Confirmation Sponsors, families, members of the congregation Bishop, parish priests, liturgical ministers © withGod/Shutterstock.com

Listening to God’s Word and learning his will The Liturgy of the Word © Marc Dietrich/shutterstock.com

The bishop reads the name of each candidate. The Presentation of the Candidates

The bishop speaks to the candidates. The Homily or Instruction © Bill Wittman /

Renouncing Satan and all his works Professing our faith in God The Renewal of Baptismal Promises

A sign of the descent of the Holy Spirit “Give them the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of right judgment and courage, the spirit of knowledge and reverence. Fill them with the spirit of wonder and awe in your presence.” The Laying On of Hands

Messiah means the “anointed one.” the essential Rite of Confirmation “Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit.” The Anointing with Sacred Chrism © Bill Wittman /

Prayers for the newly confirmed and all of the Church Prayers of the Faithful

Several special prayers for the newly confirmed The Liturgy of the Eucharist

What does it mean, in the Renewal of Baptismal Promises, to renounce Satan and all his works and all his empty promises? Question 1 © Santiago Cornejo/shutterstock.com

What does it mean to be “sealed” with the Holy Spirit? Question 2 © Ingrid Prats/shutterstock.com