Confirmation is a Catholic sacrament of mature Christian commitment and a deepening of baptismal gifts. It is a Sacrament of Initiation for Catholic and a Sacrament of faith in God’s fidelity to us just like Baptism and Eucharist.
The Sacrament of Confirmation is described as the sacrament of spiritual maturity. It ameliorates the soul of the person with deep graces which include help and assistance of the Spirit. It is the sacrament that addresses the receiver to witness bravely the gift of faith by word and as an example of their lives.
Inside Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
Sacrament of Confirmation roots us deeply in our relationship towards God, unites us firmly with Christ and prompt us that for every sacrament that we receive is already an encounter with Him, increases the undying gifts of the Holy Spirit, strengthen our bond with the church and gives us enduringness to spread and defend our faith through action and words.
Bishop bestowing the Sacrament of Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation is bestowed by the bishop and is usually given in the early teen years during which youngsters are mature enough recognize that they are facing a serious religious and moral issues in their lives. Adults who haven’t receive the sacrament for whatever reason need to visit the church and ask when the sacrament can be received along with the other unconfirmed adults. In Cebu City, Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral does the Sacrament of Confirmation every first Saturday of the Month. You need to pay Php 150.00 as registration.
The oil used during the Sacrament of Confirmation symbolizes strength given to concede one’s faith in difficulty. The laying on of hands by the bishop is the symbol of the coming and accepting the Holy Spirit.
Sacrament of Confirmation is prerequisite to being married in the church.