Sponsor Information
A sponsor is the person chosen by the candidate as a representative of the Catholic Church community to support the candidate on her/his journey.
Each candidate must choose a sponsor who will help him or her prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. You need the support and presence of your sponsor. When choosing a sponsor, keep in mind that the sponsor must take an active part in the process. Please carefully read the following descriptions of the requirements, role, and participation of the sponsor.
Each candidate must choose a sponsor who will help him or her prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation. You need the support and presence of your sponsor. When choosing a sponsor, keep in mind that the sponsor must take an active part in the process. Please carefully read the following descriptions of the requirements, role, and participation of the sponsor.
Requirements
- Should be at least 16 years old
- Must be a confirmed Catholic
- Must have already received the Sacrament of Eucharist
- Must lead a life in harmony with the faith and the role of sponsor (practicing Catholic)
- May NOT be the parent of the candidate
- Does not have to be the same sex as the candidate.
- Does not have to be the baptismal sponsor
Role of the Sponsor
- To journey with the confirmation candidate through the discernment and preparation process
- To present the candidate to the bishop for anointing
- To support the newly Confirmed young adult as she/he continues on their faith journey
- Assists with the service experiences if possible
- Participates in the confirmation celebration liturgy
Sponsor Conversations
Candidates are required to have two conversations with their sponsors. The conversations are available below with the link titled Sponsor Conversations. These conversations can be done in person or over the phone. There is a reflection page that also needs to be completed and turned in after the two sponsor conversations are completed. This is available below and is due by Sunday, January 10.