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Paul Ambropaulsthelenchurch.orgDirector of Adult Faith Formation
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Adult ConfirmationIf you’re an adult baptized Catholic who also received First Holy Communion but missed receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation as a teenager, then the Adult Confirmation process is for you!
In the Sacrament of Confirmation, the baptized person is sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit and is strengthened for service to the Body of Christ. Confirmation deepens our baptismal life that calls us to be missionary witnesses of Jesus Christ in our families, neighborhoods, society, and the world.
The Archdiocese of Galveston/Houston celebrates the Mass of the Rite of Confirmation usually twice a year: Around the Baptism of the Lord (3rd Sunday after Christmas) or Pentecost Sunday (7th Sunday after Easter). -
Formation ClassesWeekly formation classes will help you prepare for receiving this sacrament. Consistent attendance is required. Registration for 2024-25 is closed. Below is the formation calendar for those registered:
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Requirements for Candidates
- is at least 18 years old and no longer in high school.
- has received Baptism and First Holy Communion. A copy of the baptismal certificate, less than six months old, is required from the parish you were baptized.
- if married, is in a valid Catholic marriage
- is not cohabitating outside of marriage.
- is not living in a way obstinately in contradiction to the teachings of the church
- attends Sunday Mass and Holy Days of Obligation
- receives the Sacrament of Confession on a regular basis
- exhibits an active faith life in prayer and loving others.
- is willing to commit to participating in prayer, study, and acts of service to prepare for the sacrament.
- has an adult sponsor who will mentor them and be an example of faith and prayer.
- Sponsor must be and adult, fully initiated members of the Catholic Church (baptized, confirmed, and received first communion)
- Sponsor should have a life of prayer, consistent Mass attendance, and discipleship in Jesus Christ.
- Sponsor cannot be your spouse, significant other, or parent
- Sponsor must be able to participate in the Rite of Confirmation Mass.
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