Confirmation

The Sacrament of Confirmation

Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the "sacraments of Christian initiation, whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace.
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1285

At St. Philip’s we celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in 11th grade. At this age Youth are mobile, active, and are making their own decisions. It is a great age to become fully initiated into the Church, to receive the graces and gifts that the Father bestows in the Holy Spirit. They are being challenged and are questioning everything around them, so we want to help them reason through some of the madness of the world.

The Confirmation is three years of preparation starting in 9th grade.

Youth in 11th grade will prepare for the Sacrament by attending: High School Faith Formation, gatherings with parents and sponsor., some with parents, and with their sponsor. We cover topics such as prayer, the Sacraments, the Liturgy, charitable works, and what the Church is actually asking of us.

Anyone seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation must be registered for Faith Formation. Contact Kris Jensen, 4414944 or kjensen@stphilipsbemidji or Sue Hengel, 441-4908 or highschoolff@stphilipsbemidji.org for additional information.

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