Christian Living (Sacrament of Confirmation)
- 5. ¡°By the Sacrament of Confirmation, the faithful are more perfectly bound to the Church and are endowed with the special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence, they are true witnesses to Christ, more strictly obliged to spread the faith by word and deed.¡± -Lumen Gentium 11
- 6. Confirmation can be defined as the sacrament instituted by Christ in which the baptized¡ªthrough the laying on of hands and the anointing with chrism, together with sacred words¡ªreceive the Holy Spirit in order to publicly confess the faith with fortitude, by words and deeds.
- 7. The word Confirmation comes from the Latin word ¡°confirmatio¡± which means ¡°a strengthening¡±
- 8. Confirmation confers a sacramental character that cannot be erased.
- 9. Confirmation brings an increase and deepening of baptismal grace: It roots us more deeply as children of God. CHILD OF GOD
- 10. GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT It increases the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
- 11. CLOSER TO CHRIST It unites us more firmly to our Savior Jesus Christ.
- 12. FULLY CATHOLIC It renders our bond with the Catholic Church more perfect.
- 13. It gives us a special strength to spread and defend the Faith as true witnesses of Jesus Christ. DEFEND THE FAITH
- 15. Matter The sacrament is celebrated through the anointing with chrism on the forehead.
- 16. FORM And the words: Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit
- 17. WHO IS THE MINISTER OF CONFIRMATION ? The ordinary minister of confirmation is the Bishop. ? Only the bishop can delegate (appoint) a priest to confirm in his name on special occasions or circumstances.
- 18. WHO CAN BE CONFIRMED? Every baptized person not yet confirmed can and should receive the sacrament of Confirmation. Since Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist form a unity, it follows that "the faithful are obliged to receive this sacrament at the appropriate time," for without Confirmation and Eucharist, Baptism is certainly valid and efficacious, but Christian initiation remains incomplete.
- 19. SPONSORS The role of the sponsor is to help the one being confirmed remain firm and strong in the faith. Sponsors are role models of faith, their task is to give support and inspiration to those living the Christian faith.
- 20. REQUIREMENTS OF CONFIRMATION 1. Must be 12 years old and above. (Grade 6) 2.Must have photocopy of Baptismal Certificate 3.Must have at least one sponsor. 4.Must wear white upper garment.
- 21. Confirmation is the sacrament where the Holy Spirit empowers baptized Christians to be public witnesses to the Good News of the Kingdom proclaimed by Jesus Christ. We need to pray often for the Holy Spirit¡¯s power and love to come upon us and fill our hearts.
- 22. Activity 1 Lesson 2 (2nd Q) 1. Search for the following passages. Copy the text. a. 1 Corinthians 12:1-4 b. John 14:15-17 c. 2 Timothy 1:6-9 d. Ezekiel 36:26-28 2. What does each passage tell you about the Sacrament of Confirmation and the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives?
- 23. Activity 2 Lesson 2 (2nd Q) ¡°Here I am, Lord¡± 1. Write a profile of yourself. Emphasize your special gifts. State the tasks and responsibilities the Lord can depend on you to do. 2. Identify three things about your faith that you find difficult to fulfill. Compose a prayer to the Holy Spirit asking for guidance and help in overcoming these areas of difficulty.
- 24. Reflection As confirmed Christians I must be more aware of the values I live by _____________________________________________
Editor's Notes
- #6: Lumen Gentium is the Dogmatic Constitution on the Church Solemnly Promulgated by His Holiness Pope Paul VI