Confirmation "confirms", strengthens, and perfects baptismal grace. The laying on of hands is recognized as the origin of the sacrament and as a continuation of the grace imparted at Pentecost. Confirmation imprints an indelible character on the Christian's soul.
The Bishop is the ordinary minister of this sacrament. Since Bishops continue the apostolic succession from the apostles, administration by them "clearly demonstrates the effect to unite people closer to the Church, to her apostolic origins, and to her mission of bearing witness to Christ." The Local Ordinary may give permission for priests to administer the sacrament.
The forehead is anointed with sacred chrism followed by the laying on of the minister's hands with the words, "Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit." The sacrament's connection with Baptism is expressed through the renewal of baptismal promises. The celebration of Confirmation during the Eucharist helps underline the unity of the sacraments of Christian initiation.
Confirmation Retreat: June 4-8, 2025 at Holy Cross College, South Bend, IN
Confirmation Mass: Monday, June 9, 2025 at OLMC Church - 5pm
Sponsors for Confirmation must:
Be 16 yeas of age or older
Not be the teen's parent - a parent cannot sponsor their own child
Have received the Sacraments of Baptism, First Eucharist and Confirmation
Be a Catholic in good standing with the church, proven with a Letter of Good Standing
Letter of Good Standing
Sponsors must complete and bring to the Parish Office for verification the Letter of Good Standing Form. All sponsors are required to complete this, even is they are an OLMC parishioner.
Letter of Good Standing for Sponsors (English)
Letter of Good Standing for Sponsors/Godparents (Español)