Confirmation

This evening, 23 candidates will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Macaluso.  We are trying something new this year, combining the ceremony with the candidates from Mary Our Queen parish in Plantsville.  While some people have expressed displeasure at the not being able to have Confirmation "in our church", nonetheless, it DOES make sense on alot of levels.  With their 30+ candidates, the church will be full, providing a greater sense of celebration.  Most of these candidates go to school with each other, play sports together, attend social functions together, and even made their retreats together.  It seems almost natural that they would be receiving this special sacrament together as well.

I participated in the Confirmation Interview process some time ago.  Some of these candidates are more than ready to receive the Gifts of the Holy Spirit that will enable them to take an even greater role in the life of the Church.  Others desperately need the Gifts of the Holy Spirit to assist them in finding themselves and their true identity as a Child of God.  I ask you to join me in praying for each of them, for we need the gifts and talents each has to offer.  Each is required to 'do service hours' as part of their preparation.  For some it is a boring chore.  For others it is a way for them to be of assistance to the larger community, and shows them the unique gifts they have to offer.  May our Lord bless them all in a special way this evening!