1. CONFIRMATION 2018 Cathedral of St. Paul St. Paul, MN
LNMV Religious Education Program
Immaculate Conception – Lonsdale
St Nicholas – New Market
Most Holy Trinity - Veseli

2. Parish Sending\Receiving Ceremonies
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ARE PRESENT AS THE PARISH IS SENDING YOU TO THE BISHOP.
Each parish has been praying for their Confirmation students please honor them by participating on Sunday.
Parents are encouraged to attend and Sponsors if available. The Rite is done following the homily.
St. Nicholas: Sunday, May 10:00am Mass
Please sit in the reserved pews in front .
Immaculate Conception, May 10:00am Mass
Students can sit with their families and Father will give instruction when to stand where you are seated.
(First Communion will be happening at the same mass).

3. THURSDAY, May 10, 2018
7:00 PM
Arrive at Cathedral no later than 6:40 p.m. (Kathy will be by seats if you have questions)
Liturgical Ministers arrive by 6:30 p.m sharp and report to Sacristy upon arrival.
Reserved seating will be solely for the Confirmation Candidates and their Sponsors. Our students will be seated in the main Aisle, the first 8 rows on left as you look at the sanctuary. The reserved seating will have 4 candidates and 4 sponsors in each pew. Name tags will be in the pew assigned to you.
Additional seating is available in non-assigned areas , see seating chart.
Parents and guests please do not sit in areas assigned to other attending parishes
Unassigned seating is open on a first come first serve basis. (Sections that are white with no highlight for the parishes are available on first come basis on the map, on slide 6.)

4. All Candidates should be dressed in their: “Sunday Best”
Boys: Collared shirts and tie
Girls: Dress in a way that respects the need for Christian modesty
Please no jeans or t-shirts
All electronics are to be turned off and remain that way.
Absolutely NO photographers are to take pictures during the Confirmation Mass, especially during the anointing and receiving Communion.
No flash photography/or video is permitted during Mass
NO GUM is allowed – please remind guests
There is a need for reverence and silence prior to the beginning of the Liturgy
Respond to the Bishop loudly and with conviction
Remain through the entire Mass; Mass is approximately 90 minutes
Parish Group photo opportunity after Mass recessional – stay in pews for announcement of the name for each parish

5. The diocese asked specifically that we address these
Items with students and parents. Below comes directly from the letter I have received.
IMPORTANT! Gum is NOT allowed during the Confirmation Mass. In addition, parents, candidates, sponsors and guests should be remember that we are to have reverence & silence prior to the beginning of the Liturgy.
Be sure to take any materials you receive the night of Confirmation. Many times items are left behind, some are cards with special gifts in them and the cathedral is not able to return them due to lack of information.
All calls are forwarded to your confirmation coordinator.
Make sure the Candidates practice their responses and make sure that they look the Arch/bishop in the eye when they are responding. After all, they are in a conversation with him. Talk loud and clear, no mumbling.

6. UPDATE! Each church has been asked to provide candidates – parents in different roles
Those chosen for these roles must be at the Cathedral at least by 6:35pm.
Gift Bearers and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. You will need to stop into the Sacristy at least 30 minutes before Mass begins to check in and to receive instructions.
Gift Bearers: Makaylie Hagar; Mark Friedges; Zack Berry
Greeters\ushers*: Mike Kaderlik
*Greeters at the Cathedral should check in at the information desk in the back of the church near the Blessed Virgin Mary Chapel. All Greeters should check in 30 minutes before Mass begins.
GLUTEN FREE HOSTS: Please let Mrs. Chlan know by May 7th if you need gluten free hosts.

7. SEATING CHART We will be seated on Main Aisle, first 8 rows.

8. SEATING ARRANGEMENTS!!!!
Our students and sponsors have the BEST seats in the Cathedral. It also puts you in front the Archbishop during his homily!!!
Reserved seating is for the Candidate and Sponsor - everyone else is
in open seating, first come, first serve seating.
The Sponsor will be presenting the Candidate to the anointing minister saying “Archbishop /Bishop/ Father, I would like to present “____”(use their Confirmation name) for Confirmation.”
Please remember to tell your Sponsor to introduce the candidate to the anointing minister saying loudly and clearly. This year it has been decided that nametags will be used. They will be in the pew for you.

9. Parking at the Cathedral of St. Paul
239 Selby Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Parking:
Parking can be difficult; some advance planning can greatly assist the process:
♦ Please consider car-pooling with family members and/or members of your parish.
♦ It may help if you drop off passengers first, and then park.
♦ Passengers can enter the Cathedral from Dayton, Selby or Summit Ave.
Where to Park:
Cathedral Main Lot at Summit and Selby: enter from Summit Avenue or Selby Avenue.
Cathedral Small lot: enter from Selby Avenue.
Hayden Center lot: As of Feb 17, 2017 this building is now owned by the Minnesota History Center. There is a fee to park in their lot.
Former Chancery lot: It is NOT recommended to park to park at 226 Summit Avenue
Parking is also available on local streets in the neighborhood within walking distance.
Handicapped parking is available in the large & small Cathedral parking lots and on Selby.
St. Paul College: -There is a $3.00 fee to park in the lot.
Please note: the fee is subject to change without notification, The lot can be accessed west of the college.
WORDS OF CAUTION: Many residential parking lots in the Cathedral neighborhood require parking stickers; signs are posted at the parking lot entrance to that effect.
Cars that park in these lots without the proper parking sticker are towed at owner’s expense.
Please observe the signs at the parking lot entrance.
There have been incidents of valuables stolen from cars during Masses at the Cathedral.
Please lock your car, and keep valuables out of sight.

10. The first reading at the Confirmation Mass
A reading from the Book of Joel
Children of Zion, exult and rejoice in the LORD, your God!
You shall eat and be filled, and shall praise the name of the LORD, your God.
Because he has dealt wondrously with you:
my people shall nevermore be put to shame.
And you shall know that I am in the midst of Israel;
I am the LORD, your God, and there is no other;
Then afterward I will pour out my Spirit upon all mankind.
Your sons and daughters shall prophesy,
your old men shall dream dreams,
your young men shall see visions.
Even upon the servants in those days, I will pour out my Spirit.
and I will work wonders in the heavens and on the earth.
The Word of the Lord
Joel 2:23a-3:1-3a

11. The second reading at the Confirmation Mass
A reading from the Acts of the Apostles When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together. And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim. Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven staying in Jerusalem. At this sound, they gathered in a large crowd, but they were confused because each one heard them speaking in his own language. Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice, and proclaimed to them: “You who are Jews, indeed all of you staying in Jerusalem. Let this be known to you, and listen to my words. Jesus the Nazorean was a man commended to you by God with mighty deeds, wonders, and signs, which God worked through him in your midst, as you yourselves know. This man, delivered up by the set plan and foreknowledge of God, you killed, using lawless men to crucify him. God raised this Jesus; of this we are all witnesses. Exalted at the right hand of God, he received the promise of the Holy Spirit from the Father poured it forth, as you both see and hear.” The Word of the Lord Acts 2:1-6, 14, 22b-23, 32-33

12. The Gospel Jesus said to his disciples:
A reading from the Gospel according to John
Jesus said to his disciples:
“If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first.
If you belonged to the world, the world would love its own;
but because you do not belong to the world,
and I have chosen you out of the world,
the world hates you.
Remember the words I spoke to you:
‘No slave is greater than his master.’
If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you.
If they kept my word, they will also keep yours.
And they will do all these things to you on account of my name,
because they do not know the one who sent me.
When the Advocate comes who I will send you from the Father
the Spirit of truth that proceeds from the Father,
he will testify to me.
And you also testify,
because you have been with me from the beginning.”
The Gospel of the Lord John 15:18-21,26-27

13. Follow the instructions provided by the Deacon or Master of Ceremonies.
After the homily, candidates will be asked to stand when their parish name is called.
Sponsors remain seated.
Candidates will be renewing their Baptismal vows. The Bishop will ask the questions:
Please Respond “I do!” loudly and with conviction! l

14. Renewal of Baptismal Promises
The bishop questions the candidates: Please answer loudly and clearly.
Bishop: Do you renounce Satan, and all his works and empty promises?
All candidates together: I do
Bishop: Do you believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth?
Candidates: I do
Bishop: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was born of the Virgin Mary, suffered death and was buried, rose again from the dead and is seated at the right hand of the Father?
Bishop: Do you believe in the in the Holy Spirit, The Lord, the giver of life, who today through the Sacrament of Confirmation is given to you in a special way just as he was given to the Apostles on the day of Pentecost?
Bishop: Do you believe in the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and life everlasting?
This is our faith. This is the faith of the Church. We are proud to profess it through Christ our Lord.
Candidates and Congregation: Amen

15. Coming forward to receive the Sacrament
Anointing With Chrism Oil
Candidates and sponsors only will come forward as directed.
Sponsors puts hand on candidate’s shoulder during anointing

16. Sponsor Responsibility!
The Sponsor will be presenting the Candidate to the anointing minister. Please make sure the sponsor gets this information
Sponsor will present the candidate to the
Confirming Bishop (please watch if it is the Archbishop Hebda or a priest designated by the Archbishop that is doing your confirmation so they know how to address him)
The Sponsor will say: (looking at them)
“ Archbishop/Father;
I would like to present
(confirmation name inserted)
for Confirmation.”
Note: PLEASE PASS THIS INFORMATION TO YOUR SPONSOR

17. CANDIDATE RESPOND: “Amen”
BISHOP: ____(Confirmation Name), be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit.
CANDIDATE RESPOND: “Amen”
BISHOP: Peace be with you.
CANDIDATE RESPOND:
“AND WITH YOUR SPIRIT”
Note: “And with your Spirit” is from the implementation of the new Roman missal – It is very important you respond correctly

18. The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Galatians 5:22
Prayerfully consider where your gifts can best be used:
In your parish as a:
Lector
Musician/Choir Member
Catechist or aide (see Mrs. Chlan)
Participate in Parish Activities
Leadership
Table leaders at youth retreats (Confirmation Quest retreat)
In your community
Growing in your spiritual life:
Attend Scripture study, Youth Group, Dead Theologian Society Meetings
Help with the Quest Confirmation Retreat in November

19. Questions? Parish Sending or Receiving Ceremonies
Call Kathy Chlan, Director of Religious Education at
ext. 101 or
Parish Sending or Receiving Ceremonies
Each parish has been praying for their Confirmation students please honor them by participating on Sunday, May 6th, Parents, Students and Sponsors if possible. St. Nicholas will have spot up front reserved at 10am Mass. Immaculate Conception will also have the sending at the 10am Mass but just stand where you are. (First Communion will be at the same mass) After the Homily (or part of it) listen to when Father asks you to stand. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ARE PRESENT AS THE PARISH IS SENDING YOU TO THE BISHOP.