Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation Confirmation perfects baptismal grace The Sacrament gives the Holy Spirit to root us more deeply in divine filiation Incorporate us more firmly to Fr. Christ Strengthen our bond with the Church Associate us more closely with her mission Help us bear witness to Christian faith in words accompanied by deeds Like Baptism imprints a spiritual mark or indeliable character of the Christian soul For this reason one can receive this sacrament only once in one’s life A candidate for Confirmation has attained the age of reason must profess faith Be in the state of grace Have the intention of receiving the Sacrament Be prepared to assume the role of disciple Witness to Fr. Christ, both within the Ecclesial bond Annointing of the forehead of the baptized with sacred chrism Written 09172012