The Sacrament of Confirmation

How is the Spirit referenced in the Book of Isaiah?

• The Spirit is described as a force that guides the prophets.

• The Spirit is said to rest on the Messiah.

• The Spirit is mentioned as a symbol of wisdom and knowledge.

• The Spirit is portrayed as a temporary presence in the temple.

Why can a person be confirmed only once?

• Confirmation is a rite of passage that can only occur once in a lifetime.

• Confirmation conveys a new and indelible sacramental character.

• Confirmation is a social event that requires a specific age to participate.

• Confirmation is only valid if performed by a bishop.

Explain how two different practices of the Sacrament of Confirmation arose in the East and West.

• In the West, Confirmation was celebrated together with Baptism; in the East, it was delayed until the child was older.

• In the West, Confirmation was delayed until the child was older; in the East, both were celebrated together.

• In the West, Confirmation was celebrated at a younger age; in the East, it was performed only after a period of catechesis.

• In the West, Confirmation was a private ceremony; in the East, it was a public celebration.

Why is a special chair placed in the sanctuary during the Mass of Confirmation?

• It serves as a place for the altar servers to rest.

• It reminds everyone that the bishop is the leader and chief shepherd of the diocese.

• It is a symbol of the church's wealth and power.

• It is used to hold the sacred texts during the service.

What does the grace of our unity with the Church as a result of Confirmation demand us to do?

• We are obliged to defend the faith by word and deed.

• We are encouraged to attend Mass regularly.

• We must participate in community service.

• We should memorize the Bible verses.

Name one occasion when Jesus promised the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

• Preaching to his disciples about their facing persecution

• During the Sermon on the Mount

• At the Last Supper

• While teaching in the Temple

How does the Parable of the Sower illustrate how we can be united to Christ?

• It shows that seeds represent Christians who may or may not take root in faith.

• It illustrates the importance of watering plants for growth.

• It emphasizes the need for Christians to gather in large groups.

• It teaches that only certain types of soil can produce fruit.

For what do the General Intercessions at Confirmation usually ask?

• They ask for help for the newly confirmed and the Church to use the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

• They ask for guidance for the clergy in their duties.

• They ask for blessings on the community and its leaders.

• They ask for forgiveness of sins for all attendees.

Why is the bishop the original minister of Confirmation?

• Bishops are the successors of the Apostles and have received the fullness of Holy Orders.

• Bishops are the only ones who can perform baptisms.

• Bishops are responsible for teaching the congregation.

• Bishops are elected by the church members.

How did the traditional order of the Sacraments of Initiation fall out of practice in the twentieth century?

• Pope Pius X advocated for First Communions at a younger age, changing the traditional order.

• The Vatican II Council abolished the Sacraments of Initiation altogether.

• The rise of secularism led to a decline in religious practices.

• Changes in liturgical language made the Sacraments less accessible.