Sacrament of Confirmation

1. Introductory rites

2. It helps us to bear witness to our faith through our words and action.

3. It unites us more firmly with Christ

3.1. It strengthens our relation ship with the church.

4. Homily or instruction

5. Candidates find a sponsor.

6. Gifts and responsibilities

7. Celebrating the rite

7.1. The liter of the word

7.2. Presentation of the candidates.

7.3. Renewal of baptismal promises

7.4. The laying on of hands

7.5. The anointing with the sacred chrism

7.6. The liturgy of the Eucharist

7.7. The prayer of the faithful

8. Preparing for confirmation

8.1. It really should be one of the sponsors god parents.

9. Bishop is a sign of confirmation