The Sacrament of 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 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."

Taken from the Catechism of the Catholic Church: 1485

Confirmation at the Cathedral-Basilica


Individuals wishing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Holy Eucharist, if they are not participating in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program.

Receiving the Holy Sacrament of Confirmation for the first time?

Individuals in the 11th grade are encouraged to enroll in the Faith Formation program to prepare to receive the sacrament. You can register for classes by completing and submitting the Religious Education Form | Download form here.
If you are an adult and passed the 11th grade, consider receiving the sacraments through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program. Individuals in the RCIA program will receive their sacraments at the Easter Vigil Mass.