“Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the ‘sacraments of Christian initiation,’ whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of the sacrament of Confirmation is necessary for the completion of baptismal grace. For ‘by the sacrament of Confirmation, [the baptized] are more perfectly bound to the Church and are enriched with a special strength of the Holy Spirit. Hence they are, as true witnesses of Christ, more strictly obliged to spread and defend the faith by word and deed.'” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, §1285)
In the Diocese of Covington, Confirmation is normally celebrated during their 8th grade year of school by the Bishop of Covington. Those not enrolled in a Diocesan Parochial School should contact the Parish Priest at the Parish Office regarding CCD classes. Adults who, for various reasons, have yet to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation should contact the Parish Office to speak with the Parish Priest regarding OCIA.
