Confirmation increases our basic vitality (sanctifying grace) and also establishes a permanent fund of actual graces (sacramental grace) upon which we may draw in order to be strong and active and productive exemplars of Christian living. During Confirmation, God the Holy Spirit comes upon the person, accompanied by God the Father and God the Son. This sacrament is called Confirmation, because the faith given in Baptism is now confirmed and made strong. Confirmation means accepting responsibility for your faith and destiny. The Catechism’s section on Confirmation says that Confirmation is the special outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Its effects are to:
A two year preparatory period is required, starting in 7th grade. Youth are to be members of the parish in which they wish to be confirmed.
Adults are eligible to join the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) program which will prepare them for full initiation into the Catholic Church.