Youth Confirmation questions

Questions that the priest might ask you at your confirmation interview.

What is Grace?

Grace is God’s free gift. We don’t earn it. It lets us share in God’s life and comes to us through the sacraments.

What are the 2 main types of Grace?

There are two kinds of grace: sanctifying and actual. Sanctifying grace saves us and helps us live with God. Because of sin, we need this grace to be close to God and become holy.

What is a Sacrament?

Sacraments are signs we can sense (see, hear, etc.). Jesus made them and gave them to the Church. They don’t just show something—they actually give us grace.

How many sacraments are there? Why are there different ones.

There are 7 sacraments, each of them have been instituted by Christ and given to the church through the apostles, each sacrament has it's own way of showing us how grace is given to us.

What are the sacraments of initiation? Healing and Service?

Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist.

Healing: Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick.

Service: Holy Orders, Matrimony.

Can a person go directly to God without the needing sacraments?

Yes, you can; But sacrament intention is so we can grow a closer relationship with God.

What if we don't feel anything when we receive a sacrament? How do we know that any of the sacraments really work?

Each sacrament is effective, even if we do not feel it sacraments work because God acts through them—not because of how we feel. If they’re done the right way, they really give grace, even if there’s no emotional experience.

Example: Sacraments are like medicine, they heal us but don't work right away.

Why is Baptism so Important? What are its effects?

Baptism is important because:

• It leaves a permanent mark—you can’t lose it

• It brings you into the Church

• It washes away original sin and gives you God’s life (grace)

• It’s needed for salvation

• It gives you a new life in Christ

• It helps you believe, hope, and love God

• You receive the Holy Spirit to guide you

• You become part of God’s family

How did the Holy spirit change the lives of the Apostles?

The Apostles were with Jesus and saw His miracles, but they were still afraid and hid. When the Holy Spirit came at Pentecost, it gave them courage and strength to carry out their mission, changing history.

What does the Holy spirit do for us? Why is having a relationship with Him so important?

The holy spirit

• Guides you – helps you know what’s right and make better choices

• Gives strength – especially when you’re struggling or afraid

• Comforts you – brings peace during stress, fear, or sadness

• Helps you grow – shapes you to be more loving, patient, and kind

• Teaches you – helps you understand God’s truth more clearly

Without the special connection, faith could feel like rules, with the Holy Spirit, it becomes more personal.

What is the Sacrament of confirmation?

Confirmation is one of the 3 sacraments of initiation, this is in where a person is strengthened by the Holy Spirit.

• It completes baptism – you’re choosing to fully accept and live your faith

• You receive the Holy Spirit in a stronger way

• It gives you spiritual strength to stand up for and practice your beliefs

• You become a more active, responsible member of the Church

What does the word "confirmation" mean

"Confirmation" means strengthening to make firm.

What kind of graces do we receive at confirmation?

Confirmation increases our sanctifying grace (What we need to go to heaven).

When was the Sacrament of Confirmation instituted by Christ?

• Instituted by Christ during His ministry

• Made clear and fully revealed at Pentecost

• Continued by the Apostles through the laying on of hands

What are the effects of Confirmation?

• We become full members of the Catholic church.

• Unites us more firmly to Christ.

• Helps us see more clearly that we belong to the family of God

List the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit. Why do we need them?

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• Piety

• Understanding

• Fortitude

• Fear of the Lord

• Wisdom

• Counsel

• Knowledge

How are the "Fruits“ of the Holy Spirit different from the "gifts“ of the Holy Spirit.

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are given to us at Baptism, and strengthened at confirmation while the fruits of the Holy Spirit are the effects from living a holy, virtuous life.

List the 12 traditional fruits of the Holy Spirit.

• Charity

• Joy

• Patience

• Kindness

• Goodness

• Generosity

• Gentleness

• Faithfulness

• Modesty

• Self control

• Peace

• Chastity

Who is the usual Minister of the Sacrament of Confirmation?

A bishop is the ordinary minister of the Sacrament of Confirmation. Sometimes this is not possible so the bishop will grant a specific priest administer the sacrament in his stead.

Why is significant to have a bishop or his appointed representative lay hands on your head?

It’s important because it connects you to the Apostles, follows what they did in the Bible, and shows the Holy Spirit is truly being given through the Church.

What is the meaning of being anointed and of the Chrism oil at Confirmation.

The anointing with Chrism is a sign that you are marked, strengthened, and sent by God through the Holy Spirit.

What do you think the significance is of being sealed with the sign of the Cross at the Confirmation.

It means you are claimed by Christ, strengthened by the Holy Spirit, and sent out to live as His follower.

What does it mean to be in a "state of grace"

Being in a state of grace = being right with God and spiritually alive in Him.

Why do we need to be in a state of grace to receive Confirmation

You need to be in a state of grace so you can fully receive, not block, the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Can someone be confirmed more than once? Why or why not?

You can’t repeat it because it changes you permanently, not just temporarily.

Is it your free desire to receive the sacrament of confirmation?

Yes.

Why is it important to be confirmed?

Confirmation gives you the strength and responsibility to actually live your faith every day.

In what ways have you served others this year?

I have given to my community, such as volunteering at riverfront park to pick up trash, and I have also donated to food drives and donated clothes to those in need.

Who is your sponsor and why did you pick them?

My sponsor is my Aunt, I picked her because I admire her dedication to the church and the way she gives back to her community, i believe she is a good influence on me.

Is confirmation like a graduation?

No, a confirmation is more like the beginning step, It’s not the end of learning about faith—it’s the point where you’re ready to live it more seriously.