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The Sacrament of Confirmation
This is the second of the “Sacraments of Christian Initiation.” This sacrament is usually received in second grade along with First Eucharist. This sacrament seals the baptized person with the grace and gifts of the Holy Spirit and gives the person additional strength to live and defend the faith.
Gifts of the Holy Spirit
*Wisdom: The ability to see ourselves and others as God sees us.
*Understanding: The ability to understand more about God and the larger mysteries of life.
*Council: The gift of using our free will to do God's will and to make good moral
decisions. (Also sometimes called "right judgment.")
*Fortitude: The courage to face our fears and to stand up and defend our faith.
*Knowledge: To know God and to see the uniqueness of each other as creations of God.
*Piety: Reverence for all God's creations. Approaching life with reverence means
we care andhave concern for ourselves, others, and the world - including
the environment.
*Fear of the Lord: A better understanding of awe and wonder in God's presence. It helps
us see God in the enormity of the world and in our small presence within it.
Receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation
For Children
In the Diocese of Portland, the sacrament of Confirmation is administered in 2nd grade. Preparation for this sacrament begins in 1st grade. Our parish has a mandatory 2-year program.
For children 3rd grade through H.S., we are happy to have you receive the sacrament of Confirmation!
To register for preparation classes or make arrangements to be confirmed, please contact our Faith Formation Director.
Receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation
For Adults
It's not too late to receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit! Please contact the Parish Office to make arrangements for instruction.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Ms. Wendy Johnston,
Faith Formation Director
Wendy.Johnston@portlanddiocese.org