Confirmation

"Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the 'sacraments of Christian initiation,' whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace.


For 'by the sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.' Anointing with oil has all these meanings in the sacramental life.


The pre-baptismal anointing with the oil of catechumens signifies cleansing and strengthening; the anointing of the sick expresses healing and comfort. The post-baptismal anointing with sacred chrism in Confirmation and ordination is the sign of consecration. By Confirmation Christians, that is, those who are anointed, share more completely in the mission of Jesus Christ and the fullness of the Holy Spirit with which he is filled, so that their lives may give off 'the aroma of Christ'." (CCC 1285, 1294)

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Every baptized person who is not yet confirmed can and should receive the sacrament of Confirmation.

Youth Confirmation


In the Diocese of Austin, adolescents who were baptized as an infant or toddlers, receive Confirmation between the age of fourteen (14) and sixteen (16) years. The Bishop is the ordinary minister of Confirmation. 

To register for Youth Confirmation, click here.


NEED LINK TO

K-12 FAITH FORMATION - FIDES - REGISTRATION


Adult Confirmation



Adults seeking Confirmation should contact the parish office regarding the adult program or visit here.

NEED LINK TO

https://www.stpatrickhutto.org/rcia


Adults can receive both Sacraments of First Holy Communion and/or Confirmation at the parish celebration for the Sacrament of Confirmation with our teenagers or at one of the diocesan adult Confirmation celebrations.

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