The Sacrament of Confirmation
 

The reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of Baptismal grace. For by the sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized are bound more perfectly 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, as true witnesses of Christ, to spread and defend the faith by word and deed (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1285).

At. St. Mary's Church, preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation begins in 7th grade and the sacrament is celebrated in the spring of 8th grade. Students preparing for the sacrament should be enrolled in our Family Faith Formation Program, a Catholic school, or an appropriate homeschool curriculum. Contact Catherine Gallerizzo Oyster to enroll in preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation or go to the Children & Family Faith Formation section of our website for  information about registration.

For older youth and adults who seek Confirmation, special arrangements are made according to individual needs. Please contact Catherine Gallerizzo Oyster for more information.