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Confirmation : Sealed with the Holy Spirit

Confirmation : Sealed with the Holy Spirit. St. Mary’s RCIA. Zanzig , Thomas . Confirmed in a Faithful Community. What is a seal?. In daily life, a seal can protect us from leaks or things that might harm us. What is a seal?. To be “sealed” signifies that you received some sort of marking.

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Confirmation : Sealed with the Holy Spirit

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  1. Confirmation : Sealed with the Holy Spirit St. Mary’s RCIA Zanzig, Thomas. Confirmed in a Faithful Community

  2. What is a seal? In daily life, a seal can protect us from leaks or things that might harm us.

  3. What is a seal? To be “sealed” signifies that you received some sort of marking.

  4. What is a seal? Traditionally, a seal is like a signature or symbol of a person that indicates ownership.

  5. Holy Chrism Used in Confirmation + Balsam Olive Oil Perfumes the oil and signifies joy. -Taken from the fruit of the olive. -Is rich in symbolism because of its many uses across thousands of years of history

  6. Oil was used to …. cleanse the body limber the body for athletic events fuel lamps soothe wounds and bruises as a cosmetic to make people shine with radiance

  7. Oil is a sign of God’s abundant love. In the Old Testament

  8. Sirach 39:26 Written in the early second century Life’s Necessities water milk fire honey iron Blood of the grape salt wheat flour oil clothing

  9. Priests and kings were anointed as they assumed their positions… , as a sign that God was with them.

  10. The meaning of anointing in the sacrament of Confirmation today is rooted in this history. …and the gift of special strength that makes us better able to assume the responsibilities of Christian life. However, it specifically signifies our bond with Christ and the Church…

  11. Through the sacrament of Baptism and Confirmation, we share in Christ’s priesthood.

  12. We are ever more united with him in holiness to live out our Christian vocation, in our personal, family, social, and ecclesial lives. (CCC 941)

  13. The bishop consecrates the chrism for the whole diocese at a special Mass, called the Chrism Mass, celebrated on of before Holy Thursday. The bishop introduces the prayer of consecration by inviting everyone gathered to pray that God will bless the oil and that all who are anointed with it will be transformed and will share in eternal life.

  14. There are three kinds of sacred oils, all of which signify the work of the Holy Spirit and symbolize it in that oil "serves to sweeten, to strengthen, to render supple" (Catholic Encyclopedia). The three holy oils are: The Holy Chrism ("Sanctum Chrisma") or "Oil of Gladness," which is olive oil mixed with a small amount of balm or balsam. It is used in Confirmation, Baptism, in the consecration of a Bishop, the consecration of a various things such as churches, chalices, patens, and bells. The consecration of the chrism is an important action. In a sense, it is considered part of the celebration of Confirmation.

  15. The Oil of Catechumens ("OleumCatechumenorum" or "Oleum Sanctum") used in Baptism along with water, in the consecration of churches, in the blessing of Altars, in the ordination of priests, and, sometimes, in the crowning of Catholic kings and queens.

  16. The Oil of the Sick ("OleumInfirmorum"), which is used in Unction

  17. The oils are kept in metal or glass bottles called "chrismatories," "chrismals," or "ampullae."   • These vessels are then stored in a cabinet called an "ambry," which is usually fixed to the wall of the sanctuary. • Priests also have a portable "oilstock" which has a section for each of the three holy oils. • Lay people are not to handle the holy oils, even to carry them, except in emergencies.

  18. When you are confirmed, the bishop will anoint your by tracing the sign of the cross on your forehead with holy chrism. He will say your saint name and the words, “Be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit.”

  19. Through this sacrament you receive a priceless gift, special outpouring of the Holy Spirit, who gives you special strength to live as a Christian and to be a witness of Christ through your words and actions.

  20. To be “sealed” signifies that you have received a permanent, spiritual imprint indicating that you belong completely to Jesus Christ through the Holy Spirit.

  21. Our unity with Christ becomes firmer and our connection with the Church grows stronger. Confirmation increases and deepens the grace received at Baptism Through Confirmation we are strengthened by the Holy Spirit to better out our Christian vocation

  22. Come Holy Spirit: Laying On of Hands 15 minutes

  23. Break into pairs…. When do you do this action? • Give a high five. • Shake hands. • Hold hands. Why do you do this action? • Put and arm around your partner’s shoulder. • Lay hands on your partner’s head. What does it feel like? What might it symbolize?

  24. Before you are anointed, the bishop will say a special prayer for you and the others being confirmed.

  25. All-powerful God, Father of the Lord Jesus Christ, by water and the Holy Spirit you freed your sons and daughters from sin and gave them new life. Send your Holy Spirit upon them to be their Helper and Guide. Give them the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of right judgment and courage, the spirit of knowledge and reverence. Fill them with the spirit of wonder and awe in your presence. We ask this through Christ our Lord AMEN

  26. The bishop and priests use the gesture of laying on of hands because it represents the gesture used in the Scriptures to invoke, or call, the Holy Spirit. After Pentecost the Apostles gave the gift of the Holy Spirit to others through this gesture.

  27. The words of the prayer ask the Father to send the Spirit and shower gifts on everyone Confirmed.

  28. Embracing the Gifts of the Holy Spirit 20 minutes

  29. Activity Directions 1. Take a minute to read the assigned gift of the Holy Spirit. 2. Look up and read the assigned Scripture passage, which is related some way to their gift. 3. Prepare a brief report to the whole group, no longer than two minutes in length, in which or more team members do the following task: Name the team’s assigned gift and offer a brief definition in their own words. Read to the group the assigned Scripture passage. Hold up their symbol and offer an explanation, however, imaginative, of the connections between their gift, the Scripture passage, and the symbol. .

  30. The Church has traditionally spoken of seven gifts of the Holy Spirit Wisdom Reverence Awe and Wonder Courage Understanding Knowledge Right Judgment

  31. WISDOM Though wisdom, the wonders of nature, every event in history, and all the ups and downs of our life take on deeper meaning and purpose. The wise person sees where the Holy Spirit is a work and is able to share this insight with others. Wisdom is the fullest expression of the gifts of knowledge and understanding.

  32. UNDERSTANDING The gift or understanding is the ability to comprehend how a person must live his or her life as a follower of Jesus. Through the gift of understanding, Christians realize that the Gospel tells them not just who Jesus is; it also tells us who we are. The gift of understanding is closely related to the gifts of knowledge and wisdom.

  33. RIGHT JUDGMENT The gift of right judgment is the ability to know the difference between right and wrong and then to choose what is good. It helps us to act on and live out what Jesus has taught. In the exercise of right judgment, many of the other gifts –especially understanding, wisdom, and often courage –come into play in the Christian’s daily life.

  34. COURAGE The gift of courage enables us o take risks and to overcome fear as we try to live out the Gospel of Jesus. Followers of Jesus confront many challenges and even danger –the risk of being laughed at, the fear of rejection, and, for some believers, the fear of physical harm and even death. The Holy Spirit gives Christians the strength to confront and ultimately overcome such challenges.

  35. KNOWLEDGE The gift of knowledge is the ability to comprehend the basic meaning and message of Jesus Christ. Jesus revealed the will of his Father, and taught people what they need to know to achieve fullness of life and ultimately salvation. The gift of knowledge is closely related to the gifts of understanding and wisdom.

  36. REVERENCE Sometimes called piety, the gift of reverence gives the Christian a deep sense of respect for God. Jesus spoke of his Father as “Abba,” an intimate name similar to “Daddy” or “Papa.” The gift of reverence, we can come before the Father with the openness and trust of small children, totally dependent on the One who created us.

  37. WONDER AND AWE The gift of wonder and awe in the presence of God is sometimes translated as “the fear of the Lord.” Though we can approach God with the trust of little children, we are also aware of God’s total majesty, unlimited power, and desire for justice. A child may want to sit on the lap of his loving Father, but sometimes the believer will fall on her or his knees in the presence of the Creator of the Universe.

  38. These gifts are rooted in the prophecy of Isaiah about the coming of the Messiah. “The Spirit of the Lord shall rest on him, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding , the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the Lord.” Isaiah 11:2-3

  39. Over time the Church started to use these named gifts as symbolic representations of the totality of gifts. (in the Bible, the number seven represents fullness or completion) The Holy Spirit constantly showers these gifts on all people of faith.

  40. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are activated, at least in potential, in the life of each Christian at his or her Baptism. In and through Confirmation, the full power of those gifts are unleashed. The individual accepting Confirmation, with the support of the community of faith, experiences an increased ability to walk in the way of Jesus.

  41. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are not magic. You will not “get more God” through the sacraments. God will not love you more the day after Confirmation, for example than the day before. Nevertheless, any time we open ourselves to the work of God’s grace, particularly within the context of the Church’s sacramental celebrations, the Grace of God becomes more active, evident, and effective in our life. .

  42. The Church also speaks of the fruits of the Holy Spirit, the good things that result when we allow when we allow ourselves to be guided by the Spirit.

  43. FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

  44. Priest Prophet King

  45. This oil also reminds us of the sacrament of Confirmation that awaits us, the sacrament of initiation into the Church that we have yet to receive. With the completion of Confirmation, we are fully claimed by Christ and called to imitate him in our daily lives.

  46. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with us all, now and forever. Amen. Let us pray Loving God, we long to live in the Spirit of your Son, Jesus. Fill our hearts with your grace that We may always choose to follow the ways of Christ. Help us to be confirmed in our faith And to use our gifts and talents to Further your kingdom on earth We pray this in the name of Jesus, Our Lord and Savior. Amen Romans 8:14-17

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