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.
Catechism of the Catholic Church §1285


When?

Dates for the celebration of Confirmation are listed below:

CONFIRMATION

In the circumstances of this year the sacrament of Confirmation will be administered with just the child being confirmed, the parents/guardians and a sponsor in attendance. Only in this way can we manage social distancing and proper spacing.

CONFIRMATION DATES 2022

 

Sat 7 May – Edendork PS

at 3.00pm

Sun 8 May – Laghey PS &

 m Clintyclay PS

at 3.00pm

Sat 14 May – Dgn & Windmill PS & Adults

at 3.00pm

Sat 21 May - St Patrick’s PS Dgn

at 1.00pm & 3.00pm

Sat 28 May – Sperrinview Special School at 2.00pm

(First Holy Communion & Confirmation)

All will be held in St Patrick’s Church, Dungannon. 

These will all take place in St Patrick’s Church, Dungannon.

 

The annual Ceremony of Light for all confirmandi (those receiving Confirmation) will take place on (date to be advised),  in St Patrick's Church, Dungannon at 7:30pm.


Sacramental preparation

Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation is usually done through the schools in conjunction with teachers, parents and the school chaplains.