CONFIRMATION - BE SEALED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.
(Act 2:1-5)
What is Confirmation?
Confirmation is one of the Sacraments of Initiation into the Church. The Bishop completes or confirms the Grace of Baptism by a special outpouring of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, which seals or “confirm” the baptized in union with Christ and equip them for active participation in the worship and apostolic life of the Church. (ccc1285)
In the preparation for sacraments the family, the parish, the catechists and teachers will be involved.
Sacrament of Confirmation
Children from Grade 6 and above are invited to present themselves for the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Children attending St Patrick’s School, Pakenham, and St Clare’s School, Officer, will prepare for this sacrament during school time.
Children who attend schools outside our parish will be offered preparation classes through St Patrick’s Parish in Mid July/August 2026.
Further details and dates will be published in the Parish Bulletin and on the Parish Website in due course.
We look forward to journeying with families as they prepare for this important step in faith.
Please note to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation your child requires to be in Grade 6 or above and have completed the other Sacraments (Baptism + Reconciliation + Communion).