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 Requirement

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
• Register for Formed
  

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