April 14, 2019, Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord

(Continuation)

Confirmation

RCIA Catechumenate Worksheet

Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC)#1210-1321. United States Catholic Catechism for Adults Chapters 15, 16

Confirmation gives us the grace to be adult Christians. It’s essential rite includes (CCC#1293-130:
A.Renewal of _Baptismal_ Promises (when split with Baptism);
The Laying on of _Hands_;
_Anointing_ with Chrism Oil.
The effects of Confirmation include (CCC#1302-1305):
Deeper rooting as God’s _Children_;
Firmer union with _Christ_
Increase in the _Gifts_ of the Holy Spirit:
Fear of the Lord (wonder and awe);
Knowledge;
Piety (reverence);
Fortitude (Courage);
Counsel (Right Judgment);
Understanding;
Wisdom;
More perfect bond with the _Church_;
Strength to _Spread_ and _Defend_ the Faith.
Only those baptized can receive Confirmation (CCC#1306-1314).
It is celebrated only _Once_ in the life of the Christian;
For those receiving it after the age of reason, one must:
_Profess_ the Faith;
Be in the state of _Grace_;
Have the _Intention_ of receiving it;
Be ready to be Christ’s _Disciple_ and _Witness_.
The ordinary minister of the sacrament is the _Bishop_, but it can be administered by a Priest.