Confirmation

According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the special outpouring of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation brings an increase and deepening of baptismal grace. Confirmation roots us more deeply in Christ's divine Sonship, unites us more firmly to him, increases the gifts of the Holy Spirit in us, bonds us more perfectly with the Church, and strengthens us with the Holy Spirit to spread and defend the faith by word and action as true witnesses of Christ, to confess Christ boldly, and never to be ashamed of the Cross (CCC 1303). Together with Baptism and Eucharist, the Sacrament of Confirmation constitutes one of the three sacraments of Christian Initiation, in which a person is full bonded to Christ through the Church.

Effective 2019, the age of reception for the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Archdiocese of Seattle is 7th Grade, or about age 13.

2026-27 Confirmation Preparation Registration at Sacred Heart Parish is Now Open

For school year 2026-27, Confirmation preparation is offered for students in middle and high school beginning November in anticipation of reception of the sacrament in Spring/Summer 2027. To receive the sacrament of Confirmation, candidates must be suitably instructed, properly disposed, and able to renew the baptismal promises, attend Confirmation preparation classes and attend Mass regularly.

The Confirmation Preparation fee is $75/candidate. No Sacred Heart/St. Joseph the Worker will be turned away from participating in our Faith Formation programs due to financial need; contact the parish office for more information.

For adults aged 19 and older who have not been confirmed, but have been baptized and received First Communion, go HERE. Adult confirmation classes are offered as needed.