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Pentecost

The New Testament event when the Holy Spirit appeared with tongues of fire

Laying on of Hands

An action that represents the invisible touch/choice of God

Chrism

The sacred oil used for anointing in the sacrament of Confirmation, Holy Orders, and Baptism… it makes one "like Christ"

Confirmand

A person who is preparing to receive the sacrament of Confirmation

Threefold Messianic Office

The roles of priests, prophets, and kings in the Church

Messiah/Christ

The anointed one, referring to Jesus

Anoint

To smear/rub oil on. It also represents divine favor, joy, healing, and more.

Ambrose of Milan

A teacher of Saint Augustine, the first person to use the word 'confirmation,' and a doctor of the Church

Sacrilege

A serious sin against the virtue of religion or against God, involving the misuse of something sacred

Common Priesthood

The priesthood, including acts of moral sacrifice, that is available to all the baptized members of the Church

Ministerial Priesthood

The priesthood that is exercised by those who have received Holy Orders and have been officially ordained as priests, including performing ritual sacrifices

Charisms

Favors or gifts given by the Holy Spirit to enable individuals to serve others / build up the Church

Form

"Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit"

Matter

Anointing AND Laying on of Hands

Minister of Confirmation

Bishops are the ordinary ministers of the sacrament of Confirmation, while priests can also administer it with permission or in an emergency

Effects of Confirmation

1. It strengthens our relationship with God as his children

2. It deepens our union with Christ

3. It increases the gifts of the Holy Spirit within us

4. It strengthens our bond with the Church

5. It gives us the strength to spread and defend the faith

6. It leaves an indelible mark on our souls

7. It helps us discern God's call in our lives

8. It empowers us to fulfill the roles of priests, prophets, and kings

9. It perfects our participation in the common priesthood of all believers

Short term preparation

The act of confessing one's sins before receiving the sacrament of Confirmation, oftentimes making a retreat

Long term preparation

The process of understanding the sacrament of Confirmation, preparing oneself to share the good news on one's own, and actively participating in classes or the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)

Ordinary Goal of the Christian Life

(1) To be a saint which entails, while on Earth, (2) Perfecting one's ability to love and (3) To live in communion with God and (4) exercise dominion over creation

Multiple Sacraments

The sacraments of Confirmation and others provide us with additional graces and opportunities to grow closer to God

Christians as Priests, Prophets, and Kings

As Christians, we are called to participate in the threefold office of Christ: as priests, we make everything holy; as prophets, we preach God's Word; as kings, we exercise leadership to guide others

Differences between Eastern and Latin Rite Catholic Churches in Confirmation

Eastern Rite: All three sacraments (Baptism, CHRISmation, and Eucharist) are received together, and the anointing is done on multiple body parts… normally as an infant.

Latin Rite: The sacraments are received at different times, and the anointing in Confirmation is done on the forehead

Gifts of the Holy Spirit (examples)

Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord

Significance of Oil

The use of oil in Confirmation symbolizes the sealing of the Holy Spirit and prepares us to reflect the face of Christ

Living a Life in the Holy Spirit

Being guided by the Holy Spirit and actively living out the commitments made during the sacrament of Confirmation… includes various things.

Charism (definition)

an extraordinary power given a Christian by the Holy Spirit for the good of the church (rather than the person themself)

Gifts of the Holy Spirit (Definition)

God-given abilities that help us live a Christian life with God's help… like the sails on a ship that are ready to be pushed by the wind.

Charism (examples)

Generosity, Teaching, Healing, Speaking in Tongues, Intercessory Prayer, Craftsmanship, Evangelism…

Miles Christi Sum

I am a soldier of Christ