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They support the candidate in their journey to receiving the Holy Spirit. They can share in going to mass on Sunday. A sponsor can explain to the candidate why they go to mass and why it is important. To explain how it is important to follow Jesus and act as God would want us to. To make them understand that Baptism was the sacrament of life but Confirmation is the birth of that life. To gain the power and strength and show and live the life of a true Catholic. Obviously this candidate has a godparent from Baptism so this person is also supposed to be part of this candidates life and be helping him or her through this time. Being a sponsor is a lifetime committment, to be there for them, to help them understand the church and its ways, to show them how to live but at the same time you don't' have to be perfect, no one is. You just have to show them the way and be there for them whether it be at mass, a retreat, how to pray etc.. It is endless. If you would like to know specifically go to the church that the sponsor goes to and ask them if they have information on what the church expects of you as a sponsor.
Good Luck and God Bless!
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When do you choose a confirmation sponsor?
When you write to your priest requesting to be Confirmed in the Church, & he enrols you in Catechesis classes.
Does a sponsor have to be the same sex as the person being confirmed?
No, a sponsor can be male or female, so a boy can have a female sponsor and a girl can have male sponsor if they choose. The sponsor should be practicing Catholic who has received Confirmation, age 16 or more, and not a parent.
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.
Can you be a confirmation sponsor if you are not confirmed?
No, you would need to be confirmed to be a sponsor.
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.
Why does the Church include the role of the sponsor in the Confirmation ritual?
The Sponsor is a second adult who practices their faith, who can guide you in your spiritual journey. The Sponsor witnesses your vows, and will assist you if you choose to ask them questions or seek guidance. This person is like an adult spiritual mentor for you.
Does the sponsor at confirmation have to say anything?
No. Only the Confirmation candidate him/herself speaks.
Can a man be a girls sponsor in confirmation?
Yes they can.
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 have a non-Catholic sponsor and a Catholic sponsor?
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.
Is confirmation sponsor supposed to buy the dress?
Only if it's a present for the Confirmation candidate.
Can a deacon be a Confirmation Sponsor?
Yes, no problem. If the deacon is assisting the bishop at the Confirmation, he can step down to sponsor at Confirmation then return. If he is not assisting the bishop, he simply sits in the congregation with the other sponsors, without vesting.
