Confirmation

What is Confirmation?

Confirmation is the Sacrament which imparts to baptized persons the grace of the Holy Ghost to profess and practice their faith.

Who is the ordinary minister of Confirmation?

The Bishop is the ordinary minister of Confirmation.

How does the Bishop administer Confirmation?

The Bishop,

1) Extends his hands over all that are to be confirmed and prays that they may receive the Holy Ghost;

2) He then anoints the forehead of each with Holy Chrism in the form of a cross and says, I sign thee with the Sign of the Cross, and I confirm thee with the Chrism of Salvation, in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost

3) He gives those confirmed a slight blow on the cheek to remind them that they must be ready to suffer anything for the faith of Christ;

4) He concludes by imparting to them his Episcopal Blessing.

How must Confirmation he received?

Confirmation must be received in the state of grace.

What knowledge should a person to he confirmed possess?

A person to be confirmed should know the mysteries of faith, the duties of a Christian, and the nature and effects of this Sacrament.

Is it a sin to neglect Confirmation?

It is a sin to neglect Confirmation, especially now when Faith and Morals are exposed to so many and violent temptations.

Which are the Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost?

The Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost are:

Wisdom,

Understanding,

Counsel,

Fortitude,

Knowledge,

Piety and

Fear of the Lord.