Confirmation is one of the three sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church, the other two being Baptism and Holy Communion. According to Catholic doctrine, the Sacrament of Confirmation enables the faithful to be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, strengthening them in their Christian life.
Recall then that you have received the spiritual seal, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding and courage, the spirit of right judgment and courage, the spirit of knowledge and reverence, the Spirit of holy fear in God's presence. Guard what you have received. God our Father has marked you with his sign; Christ the Lord has confirmed you and has placed his pledge, the Spirit, in your heart. St. Ambrose
The Catechism of the Catholic Church
Recall then that you have received the spiritual seal, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding and courage, the spirit of right judgment and courage, the spirit of knowledge and reverence, the Spirit of holy fear in God's presence. Guard what you have received. God our Father has marked you with his sign; Christ the Lord has confirmed you and has placed his pledge, the Spirit, in your heart. St. Ambrose
The Catechism of the Catholic Church
Confirmation is celebrated every three years, together with Banff's parish. The last Confirmation celebration was at St. Mary's in Banff on Saturday, May 5, 2018. The next celebration will be in 2021.
Requirements
Requirements
- Candidates must be at least 12 years old by December 31, of the previous year.
- Confirmation Registration form.
- A copy of the candidate's Baptismal Certificate must accompany the registration form. If you were baptized in Canmore, the baptismal record will be on file at the office.