CONFIRMATION
THE SACRAMENT OF
This sacrament is an ancient tradition originating from the "laying on of hands" found in the Acts of the Apostles. The Sacrament of Confirmation enables the faithful to be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, strengthening them in their Christian life. The candidate also takes on the name of a Saint, in a similar way to a newly ordained Pope. This Saint then becomes a model or inspiration in faith for the candidate.
WATCH THIS CONFIRMATION INFO VIDEO
EPISODE 37 OF THE THREE MINUTE CATECHISM SERIES USED WITH PERMISSION FROM KATHMEDIA 2018.
WHEN IS CONFIRMATION HELD?
Confirmation is held once a year for primary school students for children attending St Gregory's Primary school and for the children attending the state schools in Queanbeyan; and at Easter for adults participating in the RCIA program.
The Sacrament of Confirmation for 2023 will be celebrated in late October 2023. Parents will be notified when registration commences. Registration will be via the QKR App. Please call the parish office if you have any questions regarding this sacrament. Our number is 62 994611.
COMMITMENT MASS
You will also be asked to attend a Commitment Mass. This is where you and your child and hopefully the Sponsor, will be presented for confirmation.
Children are presented to the parish priest and accompanying priests and in that moment commit to prepare wholeheartedly for confirmation. Te facilitation of this ceremony will be organised through the sacramental preparation.
PREPARATION
Children are prepared for their cofirmation through the school of religion, or through their RE curriculum at school. This involves lessons from St Gregory's teachers as well as Father Troy around the significance of the sacrament for their faith, and the practicalities of making the sacrament. Children making the sacrament also participate in a retreat experience conducted by older students from our local secondary Catholic schools.
SACRAMENTAL OFFERING
To complete the registration of your child for the sacrament of confirmation, via the QKR app, you are invited to make a sacramental offering, which covers many of the resources of preparing children for the sacrament. The suggested Sacramental offering is $40 for one child or $80 for two children.
CONFIRMATION SPONSOR
Children making their confirmation are to choose a sponsor, or have one allocated to them. This person is an example of the Catholic faith and pledges to support the candidate in the development of their personal faith.
This person must also be confirmed in the Catholic Church and should be a committed and practising member of the Catholic Faith.
HOW TO REGISTER
REGISTRATION FOR THE SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION - via the QKR app. REGISTRATION HAS NOT COMMENCED YET.