As candidates prepare for Confirmation through class sessions, participating in service to others, attending a retreat, and journeying with their sponsor, they will be encouraged to pay special attention to the promptings of the Holy Spirit in their lives.
Throughout the program, candidates will be introduced to the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit. For each gift, they will be presented with a model of faith to inspire them to live that gift in their own life. Reflection questions will provide them with the opportunity to dig deeper into the meaning of each gift, and the candidates will be encouraged to determine ways to take action using a particular gift.
Through the Sacrament of Confirmation, the gifts of the Holy Spirit are strengthened to help the candidates become stronger witnesses to their faith. These gifts will guide their faith, values, and actions throughout their lives.
Information about the gifts will be woven into the program content to help the candidates gain a better understanding of the nature and activity of the Holy Spirit and how through the Sacrament of Confirmation the Gifts of the Holy Spirit are sealed and strengthened within them.
More information regarding this aspect of the program will be shared with the candidates during class.