Lesson 9 Confirmation Flashcards
the sacrament that gives us the Holy Spirit in a special way, to make us strong and mature Christians, witnesses of Jesus Christ, lay apostles of the Catholic Church
sacrament of confirmation
latin word of confirmation
cumfirmare (to ratify)
in period 1, 1st to 5th centuries, what day does baptism take place
Saturday before easter
This ancient practice of the church has been restored today and is called “____”
the rite of christian initiation for adults (RCIA)
Effects of Confirmation
- An increase of sanctifying grace
2.A seal or character imparted on the soul
3.A strengthening of actual grace
Confirmation grants us the special grace by which our faith is deepened and strengthened
an increase in sanctifying grace
Confirmation imprints an indelible character on the soul, it may be received only once.
a seal imparted on the soul
Because of the strengthening of actual grace, we fight for our faith and we become restless unless we are doing something worthwhile for others.
a strengthening of actual grace
Minister of confirmation
Bishop, and priest appointed by bishop.
In danger of death, any priest can comfirm even withouth the bishop
Matter of confirmation
Laying of Hands
Scared Chrism (oil)
Form of confirmation
“Be sealed with the gift of the holy spirit”
It means that the newly-confirmed are solemnly deputized as missionaries of the Gospel.
Prophetic Ministry
It indicates our dominion over Satan; and also, our commitment to serve like Christ
Kingly Ministry
It signifies the offering of our prayers and worship to God, either as Faithful or clergy.
Priestly Ministry
refers to written law and commandments
letters
