Confirmation will be administered on the 7th May 2023 at St. Mary's Church Howth, 10:30 am

​Confirmation represents a significant step in the life of any Christian. At Confirmation we say ‘yes’ to God as we take for ourselves the promises that were made on our behalf at our Baptism

So what is involved?

Confirmation involves your child in taking for themselves the promises of Baptism. I would therefore expect that during the period of the Confirmation classes that they will participate in the worshipping life of the Church.

What is a Confirmation Service?

This service is administered by the Archbishop. He begins the service with the following declaration:

Brothers and sisters, we meet today to support and to pray for those who have been baptized and instructed in the Christian faith and who now intend, in the presence of God and of this congregation, to make the promises of their baptism their own.

At the heart of this Confirmation service are two distinct, yet related, acts of confirming. First the candidates will profess their faith in Christ, confirming their desire to serve God throughout their lives, to turn to Christ and to renounce all evil. Then, as bishop, I will lay my hand on them, praying that God’s Spirit will confirm, strengthen and guide them as they strive, each day of their lives, to live up to the solemn commitment they will make today.
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It is our privilege and joy as the people of God to hear the candidates’ response to God’s call and to renew our own baptismal commitment to our Lord Jesus Christ. It will be our responsibility to encourage the newly confirmed in their discipleship, so that the Christian family may be built up, recognizing the diverse gifts of all its members. On this their Confirmation day, let us pray in silence for .... so that, increasing in the Holy Spirit more and more, they may experience God’s wisdom and love for ever.

First of all Confirmation is a response of the young person. This is something that they must want to do themselves. Parents should talk this over with their child. As you can see, Confirmation is not a once off event; it represents a commitment to follow Christ and to serve him in daily life. It is about taking our place in the life of the Christian family.

Adult Confirmation

From time to time I will meet people who either were not confirmed when they were younger or, when they were confirmed, it did not mean much to them. In the past I have organised separate classes for people who want to explore the faith and present themselves for Confirmation. Any Questions feel free to contact me either by phone (01 8323 019).