Chapter

Lesson 5:

THE SACRAMENT
OF
 CONFIRMATION
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OBJECTIVES

At the end of the module you are able to:

1. Identify the importance of the sacrament of confirmation.

2. Manifest the characteristics of a true Christian witness.

3. Make a poster on the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit.

SEE

Pictur
e Analysis Determine the meaning or message of the
illustration below in relation to the topic.
 VALUE

Watch the video clip of “7 SIGNS THAT SHOWS YOU HAVE THE HOLY SPIRIT”. Write your
learning and reflection on the space provided.
Word of God

19 While Apollos was at Corinth, Paul took the road through the interior
and arrived at Ephesus. There he found some disciples 2 and asked them,
“Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?”
[a]

They answered, “No, we have not even heard that there

is a Holy Spirit.” 3 So Paul asked, “Then what baptism

did you receive?”

“John’s baptism,” they replied.

4
Paul said, “John’s baptism was a baptism of repentance. He told the people
to believe in the one coming after him, that is, in Jesus.” 5 On hearing this,
they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 6When Paul placed his
hands on them, the Holy Spirit came on them, and they spoke in tongues [b]
and prophesied.

Reflections:
THE SACRAMENT OF
Confirmation DISCERN
Confirmation
- is a Sacrament of Initiation in which we become full-fledged members of the
Church and in which we receive the seal or the sign of the Holy Spirit who in
turn strengthens us to live and share our faith in God. What is Confirmation?
- 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. Signs
of the Sacrament of Confirmation
 Anointing with chrism and laying on of hands in the sacrament of
Confirmation are powerful signs of Jesus’ presence. These signs give
us a clue how to live and love like Jesus.
1. Chrism Oil
 In the Bible, oil has many uses. It is used to heal the person who is sick.
Oil is poured over the person who is given a special task. Chrism
suggests healing, choice, strength, ease of movement, energy and joy.
2. Anointing with Chrism
 It is a special sign in confirmation. This is
a practice or tradition. In the Bible, it has
many meanings; it has many uses like
in choosing an individual for a special
task. Through anointing with holy
chrism, we share in the mission of Christ
and hence we are called Christians. It is a sign that tells us we should
be “Jesus” to and for others.
3. Laying on of Hands
 Laying on of hands is an old gesture. In the Bible, laying on of hands is
done to a person who is chosen to do a certain task for God. At
Confirmation, laying on of hands suggests that the power of the Holy
Spirit is given to each candidate along with all the rights and
responsibilities of being a Christian.
SPONSORS
⮚ The role of the sponsor is to help the one being confirmed remain firm
and strong in the faith. ⮚ They provide spiritual help for the candidate
preparing for Confirmation and who, by the example of their lives, show to
live as a Christian.
⮚ If possible, should be one of your Baptismal Godparents.

The rite consists of the following:

 The pastor presents the candidates to the bishop.
 The candidates are asked to renew their promises made during baptism.
 The bishop extends his hand over the one being confirmed (this laying
on of hands symbolizes the giving of the Holy Spirit.)
 The sponsor or Godparents present the candidate by name.
  The bishop dips his right thumb in the chrism and then makes the sign of
the cross on the forehead of the candidate and says,” _____ (name),
be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit. The candidate responds,
“Amen”.
 The Bishop greets the newly confirmed with the sign of peace.
THE SEVEN GIFTS OF HOLY SPIRITS
WISDOM
- The gift that leads us to judge everything according to the viewpoint of God.
UNDERSTANDING
- The gift that gives us better and deeper insight into the
mysteries of the Christian faith. COUNSEL

- The gift that grants us the insight for doing the right thing
under difficult circumstances. FORTITUDE

- The gift of strength, steadfastness and courage to enable us to obey and

do God's will at all times. KNOWLEDGE

- The gift that enables us to discern and discover the will of God in all things
and judge everything according to this divine perspective.
PIETY
- The gift that perfects our love for God.
FEAR of the LORD
- The gift that equips us with a dread of sin and of offending God.
- The signs of the Spirit’s presence in our lives are called the Fruits of the Holy
Spirit. The fruits of the Holy Spirit are qualities that help us become the
persons God wants us to be. They are love, gentleness, peace, kindness,
patience, generosity, faithfulness, joy, and self-control.
THE MINISTER OF CONFIRMATION
- The original minister of Confirmation is the bishop.
- Only the Bishop can delegate (appoint) a priest to confirm in his name on special
occasion.

ACT
Make a poster on how the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit help us
live our Catholic faith in daily lives, to make good choices, and to
serve God and others.
DIRECTION:
If you were able to attend a Holy Mass or on-line
Mass fill out the needed information below; Mass
presider, time, date, place, gospel and your
 reflections about the gospel/homily.
If you were not able to attend the Holy Mass,
disregard the needed
information.
Praying with Scripture
Mass Presider: _________________________________
Date/Time: _________________________
Place of the Church: ____________________________
Gospel: (write only the chapter & verse)
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sentences)
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