Catholic confirmation is a sacrament that strengthens baptismal grace and completes the process of Christian initiation by bestowing the gifts of the Holy Spirit upon the confirmed. It is administered by a bishop through the anointing with sacred chrism and the laying on of hands, which deepens the recipient's relationship with Christ and the Church and equips them to be a witness to their faith.  

Sacrament of Initiation: Confirmation is one of three sacraments of Christian initiation, along with baptism and the Eucharist. 

Gifts of the Holy Spirit: It is understood as the gift of the Holy Spirit, increasing the seven gifts: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. 

Strengthens Faith: It strengthens the bond with the Church and equips individuals with the grace to live out their faith more fully and to witness to Christ in the world.

Symbolic Act: Confirmation is also a public renewal of the baptismal vows, where the individual confirms their own faith commitment. 

Come, Holy Spirit, 

I invite you into the very depths of my being. Lead me, guide me, coach me, encourage me, and challenge me. Direct me in all things. Teach me to become a great decision maker, so that in every moment of every day I can choose what is good, right, noble, and just. Amen.

General Requirements

Our regular program is for high school-aged teens, grades 9-12, who have already received the sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation and Communion. and completed the following:

• Provide copies of your certificates of Baptism & First Communion
• Attend the Gathering sessions and events as scheduled
• Complete 10 service hours per year
• Complete the two (2) year religious education
• Complete the Saint research project (Year 2).
• Catholic Youth Bible will be provided
  

For Adult Confirmation

For Adults who received the sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion as children but never received the sacrament of Confirmation, please contact:

Nancy Arriaga

Office: (661) 298-6950

Youth Engagement/Confirmation Coordinator

Alex Zuniga

Phone: 661-298-8627

Email: Confirmation@st-clare.org