Confirmation involves anointing with oil that imprints a spiritual seal.

The candidate for confirmation must profess the faith, be in the state of grace, intend to receive the sacrament, and be ready to serve as a disciple and witness to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Preparation for confirmation should include a period of catechesis on the Holy Spirit and the meaning of the Spirit's gifts. This preparation time should also help awaken in the confirmands a sense of belonging to the universal church and to the local parish. It should help them reflect on the privilege of using their gifts and talents for the Lord.

The anointing with chrism at confirmation consecrates one totally to Christ. It signifies a full sharing in the mission of Jesus. Given the fullness of the Spirit, the confirmed may now exude in word and deed "the aroma of Christ."

This anointing marks the Christian with the seal of the Holy Spirit. A seal designates a person as belonging to another, in this case to Christ Jesus as he belonged to hs Father. Confirmation marks the Christian as totally belonging to Christ, to be his servant of the gospel forever.

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process for individuals to become Catholic and receive the sacraments of initiation - Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist. Sessions are Mondays at 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Anyone interested in learning about their faith or converting may attend.