Tuesday, July 8, 2008

What can I do to make my preparation for Confirmation a worthwhile experience?

What can I do to make my preparation for Confirmation a worthwhile experience?

To make certain that your Confirmation preparation is not a waste of time, you need to trust. Trust that Confirmation is the beginning of a quest for the Spirit that continues throughout life. While this quest can be challenging, it is also an incredibly exciting adventure with a built-in guarantee for success.

Trust in your parents or guardians who want you to receive this sacrament. Trust also in the Christian community which is supporting you through your preparation program. All the projects, reflection experiences, and learning sessions are opportunities for you to learn and grow. Trust the adults who are your companions on this journey. They have found something real, and they believe in Christ who gives great meaning to their lives. They want to share those beliefs with you.

Another a vital part to make the preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation a worthwhile experience, is to pray. Prayer is a vital part of the Christian life – and therefore, Confirmation candidates will have numerous opportunities to discuss and explore prayer, with a particular emphasis on discussing and exploring the role prayer plays and can play in their daily lives. The common celebration of the Eucharist within the faith community setting is also an integral part of the preparation program.

That is why, Confirmation sessions at St. Joseph Parish always begin with a Mass where candidates, parents, mentors and sponsors are given the opportunity to actively participate in the celebration by doing various tasks such as Ushers, Greeters, Lectors, Eucharistic Ministers or Altar Servers.

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