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Can a confirmation candidate have a non-Catholic sponsor and a Catholic sponsor?
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∙ 10y ago
A sponsor is not required at Confirmation, although many bishops allow them, or even require them. Only one sponsor is customary where it is required, if you would like more than one, you would have to have your pastor check with the Bishop.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 10y agoA confirmation candidate's sponsor needs to be an adequately knowledgeable guide. Most candidates have sponsors who are Catholic.
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What a sponsor need to do for confirmation?
A sponsor can be male or female, and must be at least age 16, a Catholic in good standing, and confirmed.
Can a confirmation candidate marry the sponsor's daughter?
Of course. The sponsor's daughter is not a member of your family. You may marry her in the same way as any other Catholic.
What is a Confirmation sponsor?
A Confirmation sponsor is a confirmed Catholic in good standing who mentors the Confiramation candidate before he or she is confirmed. Traditionally the Confirmation sponsor is a Godparent (connecting Baptism to Confirmation), but does not have to be.
Who should a confirmation candidate choose as a sponsor?
Anyone who they want!! It could be a catholic you are close to, or someone who has done a lot for you, however it could just be a catholic in the parish.
Does the sponsor at confirmation have to say anything?
No. Only the Confirmation candidate him/herself speaks.
Why does each candidate have a sponsor in confirmation?
Each candidate has a sponsor in confirmation because the sponsor serves as a mentor and guide throughout the preparation process for the sacrament. The sponsor provides support, advice, and guidance as the candidate prepares to deepen their commitment to their faith. Additionally, the sponsor helps to ensure that the candidate is fully prepared to receive the sacrament and understands its significance.
Is confirmation sponsor supposed to buy the dress?
Only if it's a present for the Confirmation candidate.
Can the mothers be the sponsor in confirmation in a Catholic Church?
No, but, she can act as stand in for the chosen sponsor, should the sponsor not be able to be physically present at the Confirmation Mass.
Who helps a candidate prepare spiritually to receive confirmation?
The parents and sponsor(s) help prepare the candidate for Confirmation.
Can a priest be a confirmation sponsor?
Confirmation does not normally require a sponsor, although most bishops ask for one. In the case that your bishop requires a sponsor, he would issue the rules for that, normally any confirmed Catholic in good standing with the Church.
Can a luteran be a sponsor to a cath confirmation?
Maybe, if he/she is married to a Catholic.
What does a sponsor do?
One who presents a candidate for baptism or confirmation; a godparent Read more
