The document discusses the sacrament of Confirmation in the Catholic Church. It states that Confirmation strengthens the work of the Holy Spirit begun in Baptism and calls the person to accept a sense of mission to spread the teachings of Jesus. It describes how all baptized Catholics should receive Confirmation if they desire it and are properly instructed. It explains that people with intellectual/developmental disabilities should also be encouraged to receive the sacrament. The rituals and symbols of Confirmation are explained, including anointing with chrism, renewal of baptismal promises, and laying on of hands. The effects of Confirmation are said to help the individual become more united with Christ and give special strength through the gifts of
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One of three sacraments of initiation
Confirmation is a completion of our baptismal grace
Leading the individual toward a more intimate union with Christ
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One of three sacraments of initiation
Confirmation is a completion of our baptismal grace
Leading the individual toward a more intimate union with Christ
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2. WHAT IS CONFIRMATION
Confirmation is a spiritual, sacred and permanent sign or seal that marks the Christian as a
witness of Christ through the action of the Holy Spirit. It is conferred by the bishop or his
designated person.
Through this sacrament, the faithful share more fully in the gifts of the Holy Spirit which
bring renewed vibrancy to the spiritual life of the person. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are
knowledge, understanding, wisdom, fortitude, right judgment, piety and fear of the Lord. The
gift of knowledge helps to instruct us about God and to appreciate God’s work in the world;
the gift of understanding helps one penetrate into the truths of faith; the gift of wisdom helps
one make judgments that will help to attain the goal of holiness; the gift of courage or
fortitude helps each person boldly to proclaim the gospel; the gift of right judgment or
counsel helps the confirmand make right decisions; the gift of reverence or piety inspires
gratitude to God for all that was given; and the gift of wonder and awe or fear of the Lord
inspires appreciation for the presence of the Lord.
The gifts enhance the spiritual life of the confirmand and prepare him or her to be a witness to
the world. To be a “witness” means to behave and speak like Christ. Through the power of the
Holy Spirit the Christian now attends to both the physical and spiritual needs of others.
Just as all who are confirmed, so too, the person with mental limitations is called to be a
witness to the Lord. People with intellectual/developmental disabilities can be invited to fully
give of their own unique virtues. These may be demonstrated through specific acts such as
caring for elderly or disabled people in a very loving way. Or, this virtue may be shown in
their special style of presence and prayer. The person with intellectual/developmental
disabilities is often capable of giving a special uninhibited welcome to the stranger. Or, their
gift may be that of prayer offered in a simple, heartfelt manner.
People with disabilities are most often seen as objects of service rather than as people who
have their own gifts to share. It is through the sacrament of confirmation that the Holy Spirit
is let loose in the hearts of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Through this
giver of holiness they witness both within the church and to secular society.
PREPARATION FOR THE SACRAMENT
The preparation and instruction to receive this sacrament is an important aspect of the whole
sacrament. For instance, the confirmands are asked to choose a Confirmation name that has
spiritual meaning to them or to use their baptismal name to show the connection between
Baptism and Confirmation. This requires reflection. Similarly, the selection of a sponsor is to
be given careful thought before the ritual. This person is to be known for his or her
faithfulness to the church, to the person and to the process of continued support. And finally,
the sacrament of Confirmation demands commitment to both Jesus and to his church. This
commitment is to be understood as completely as possible before the sacrament is conferred.
THE SYMBOLS AND RITUALS OF CONFIRMATION
The sacrament of Confirmation like the other sacraments of the Catholic Church is rich in
both actions and symbols.
Symbols
Specific symbols of the sacrament of Confirmation have come down through the ages to us,
carrying with them ancient traditions that seem foreign to us but are still meaningful for our
sacraments.
3. Chrism: Scripture frequently references the use of oil and anointing with the Holy Spirit. The
sacred chrism is a mixture of oil and perfume that has been blessed by the bishop. In ancient
times, oil was used to heal wounds and soothe the limbs of athletes. That, along with the scent
that is added, creates a symbol that is now associated with health, healing, strength and
beauty.
Dove: The Holy Spirit is represented by a bird that is gentle, graceful and peaceful.
Seal: Military generals used seals in ancient times to show that soldiers belonged to them.
Such seals designated ownership.
New Name: In the early Church, choosing a new name meant to reject the former pagan life
and to accept rebirth into the life of Jesus.
Wind: God’s Spirit is described as wind because the wind blows wherever it wants to go; it is
free, similar to the Spirit who moves among us and comes to us at God’s pace, not ours. Wind
is both gentle and it is powerful – just as God’s Spirit can both refresh people and galvanize
people into action.
Red: This color is used as a symbol on feasts that are dedicated to the Holy Spirit.
Crosier: The staff of a shepherd is used symbolically by the bishop who is the chief shepherd
of souls in the diocese. Shepherds used the staff to chase predators from the sheep and used
the hook to rescue animals that fell into crevices or to hold barriers in place so that his sheep
could continue on their way.
Mitre: The hat worn by the bishop at the Confirmation ceremony is called a mitre; this
headband or turban represented leadership in ancient times.
Rituals
The rituals of the sacrament of Confirmation come from ancient traditions to signify the grace
conferred on the confirmed person by the Holy Spirit under the auspices of the bishop and the
Holy Catholic Church.
Presentation of the Candidates: Students stand when their name is called to signify their
readiness.
Renewal of Baptismal Promises: The baptismal promises reconnect to the first sacrament of
initiation into the church.
Laying of Hands: This indicates that the Spirit is bestowed on the person and therefore, the
power of the Spirit is bestowed. The gesture means dedication to do a task for God.
Anointing with Chrism: Using the sacred oil, the bishop forms the cross on the forehead to
show that the seal is bestowed. The anointing is done in the shape of a cross to show that the
person is redeemed by Christ. At the same time of the anointing on the forehead, the bishop
says the words of Confirmation: “(Name) be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit.
WHAT DOES THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION DO?
Effects of the sacrament for the individual
The sacrament of confirmation helps the individual to be more firmly united with Christ and it
gives the gifts of the Holy Spirit which give special strength to be a more committed
Christian. Since being a witness is essential to the professed Christian, the sacrament
enhances one’s ability to boldly confess the name of Jesus and to never be ashamed of the
Cross
4. The person with intellectual/developmental disabilities, in the face of rejection and ridicule,
can be helped to realized their special need to remain faithful to the expected behavior of a
Christian. Reliance on the Holy Spirit can therefore be of special value.
And finally, but not lastly, the person is sealed in the Holy Spirit as one of God’s own.
Effects of the sacrament on the community
The sacrament of Confirmation brings to the community a person recommitted to his or her
church, a person who is willing to step forward in Christ’s name to benefit either the church
community or the civic community. The Church must invite the newly confirmed to share
these gifts that have often gone repressed but now can be proclaimed with fervor and renewed
commitment.
The sacrament renews the faithful person’s calling to the common priesthood of all believers
which is received in Baptism and is now officially proclaimed in Confirmation.
CONCLUDING REMARKS
Confirmation is an important sacrament. The preparation time, the ritual, and the experience
of community serve to remind all that this person is indeed a full-fledged member of the
Church with all of the rights and responsibilities. These responsibilities will be eagerly
assumed if the Church is prepared to allow the awakened sense of giving witness to flourish
in the heart of the confirmed.
Confirmation of the person with intellectual/developmental disabilities is the same as
Confirmation for anyone else. It is the sacrament of the committed adult Christian who desires
a deeper alliance with the Church in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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