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The sacrament of Confirmation continues the initiation of the baptised into the fullness of Christian life within the Church. Those who receive Confirmation receive the grace responsibly to witness to Christ by word and deed and to spread and defend the faith.

The third precept of the Church requires all eligible Catholics to receive the sacrament of Confirmation with proper preparation and commitment. Every baptised person who is not confirmed is capable of receiving Confirmation. Apart from danger of death you should be properly prepared and should renew your baptismal promises. The usual practice sets the age for confirmation in a 12-16 year old bracket.

Confirmation preparations are held after Easter and involve a minimum of four sessions with a catechist, in advance of the confirmation ceremony around the time of Pentecost.

Anyone wishing to be confirmed should contact the Cathedral Office during Lent in order for arrangements to be made.