“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.” (CCC 1285)
The sacrament of Confirmation in the Diocese of Rochester is usually conferred upon students in grade nine. A two-year program of instruction and preparation is required, beginning nor earlier than eighth grade.
If you are an adult seeking Confirmation, please see our OCIA page.
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