Confirmation

[flashjack]

Attention! Attention!
I am about to be confirmed in two weeks time with a friend of mine at my local unting church, and i want to know a few things.
1) What happens exactly?
2) What should i wear?
3) Whats the difference of being confirmed and not being confirmed.

Any responces would realy help!

[flashjack]

Please! Someone Reply!

[Warrior 4 Jesus]

I wouldn't have a clue what you do, but at my church (Lutheran) you go up the front, by yourself and give your testimony, confirming your faith in Jesus.
Most people who get confirmed wear a good shirt and trousers, no need to go overboard.

[Mr. SmartyPants]

is this a catholic church? if so, then its much more formal

[harina]

Here in Finland we wear white capes of what do you call them when we go confirmed..

but i can't help you, i think the things are very different here in north europe.

( as a matter of fact, i don't really understand the meaning of confirmation. )

[uc pseudonym]

At this point I would remind everyone that CAA is non-denominational, and that we condemn any argument between denominations. This thread is essentially asking for conflict, but it is also asking a legitimate question.

Instead of answering your questions, I would suggest that you ask such questions to whoever was/is teaching your confirmation class. Also, if you truly wish questions to be answered here, it would be helpful if you gave more details.

[Mave]

I grew up a Catholic so I'm going to answer this, assuming that you're the same.

1) Basically, you stand before the public and redeclare your faith to everyone. There are some procedures here and there but it shouldn't be stressful. You will just need to follow the instructions given by the priest or coordinator. I believe you should be accompanied by your godmother/godfather (no wait....I think that was my baptism..ugh, can't remember).
2) I wore everything white when I did that, I think. And yes, it was more formal.
3) Why? Funny, they should have explained it to you. Alright, this is what I understand. If you're undergoing confirmation, chances are you underwent infant baptism. Confirmation pretty much 'confirms' that you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior, now that you're older and know how to make your own decisions.

If I stated any errors, do let me know through PM. It's been about 5-6 years now since I went through my baptism and confirmation in my Catholic church.

EDIT: I stand corrected for subject 3). I was informed that *cuts and pastes* "Confirmation is the Sacrament that fully unites you to the Church and seals you with the Holy Spirit leaving an indellible mark on your soul. It is also the act of the bishop (or priest if it has been delegated) that confirms you, not your declaration of faith (your faith should already be present if you are asking for confirmation). So basically confirmation = sealing with the Holy Spirit + fully united with the Church."

I confess I forgot that Confirmation is one of the seven Sacraments. Thanks to a fellow Catholic member for pointing that out!

[Technomancer]

Mave's more or less got it right. You will make a public declaration of your faith in the church (usually before the bishop or one of his auxilluaries). You will be supported in this by a sponsor, who is typically one of your god parents. It's a formal affair, so dress accordingly.

Most of the details about confirmation will have been taught in your confirmation class, so you should be able to ask whomever is teaching it. In addition, its also common practice to adopt the name of a saint as a middle name; this will be someone whose life has given you particular inspiration.

[Mr. SmartyPants]

At this point I would remind everyone that CAA is non-denominational, and that we condemn any argument between denominations. This thread is essentially asking for conflict, but it is also asking a legitimate question.

Instead of answering your questions, I would suggest that you ask such questions to whoever was/is teaching your confirmation class. Also, if you truly wish questions to be answered here, it would be helpful if you gave more details.

oh nonono i must of not said enough information. I'm catholic as well, and im testifying from my own experiences that being Catholic can be quite boring at times, especially during mass. The protestant youth group i go to is like... much better when worshiping God IMHO

[uc pseudonym]

I think we have a fundamental misunderstanding here. My first post had nothing to do with your first post. Confirmation is generally only a Catholic practice (though not so different from baptism requirements for other denominations) and hence the thread was inherently denominational.

Discussion of boringness and quality of worship would be discouraged any further (and with that I do refer to your post).

[flashjack]

thanx... I think???

[JediSonic]

Mr.SmartyPants, please respond to my PM about the catholic issue before you go spouting about how boring my [our] faith is.

[uc pseudonym]

I can understand posting here, JediSonic, but I would ask that no one else post in this thread unless they have something to add on the original topic, which I would suggest is essentially over. Meanwhile, please continue any such discussions in PM.