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“In this sacrament [those who have been baptized] receive the Holy Spirit
whom the Lord sent upon the apostles on Pentecost.
This giving of the Holy Spirit conforms believers more fully to Christ
and strengthens them so that they may bear witness to Christ
for the building up of his Body in faith and love.”– Introduction to the Rite of Confirmation
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.Catechism of the Catholic Church 1285
Confirmation bestows the special seal or mark of the Holy Spirit. It gives those receiving the special spiritual energy to make Jesus known in the world, and the courage to live the way Jesus would like them to live. -
Confirmation 2023
We congratulate our students who were Confirmed on Sunday, April 23, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Aurora. Bishop Bonnar confirmed 76 young people from the Portage North Parishes. We especially thank the catechists who helped prepare our students: Ruth Skocdopole, Jeff Botos, Kimberly LeFoer, and Peg Haney. God Bless these young men and women as they continue on their journey of faith! Come Holy Spirit! St. Joseph members include: Layleh Furner, Chloe Gerba, Robert Globokar, Matthew Hejl, Raylenn Long, Madeline Reid, Brody Uhlir, and Joseph Ventresco.
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It is customary for children in 8th grade to receive this sacrament. Diocesan policy states that children must be enrolled in two consecutive years of religious education (PSR classes or attend Catholic School) to participate. Parents and children are to also participate in the parish sponsored sacrament preparation program. The Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated every year at St. Joseph's. Preparation meetings for parents and candidates, practice, and celebration are to be determined.
Have You Been Asked to Be a Sponsor?
According to the requirements of the Catholic Church’s Canon Law (872-874), a Confirmation sponsor must be at least 16 years of age, baptized, confirmed and a practicing active Catholic. Please keep in mind a parent may not be a sponsor for their own child. Before St. Joseph Church can issue a "letter of good standing", our Sponsor Verification Form must be completed and signed by the pastor. Please allow the appropriate time for this process to occur when you make this request.
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