Confirmation Resources

This page provides resources to help candidates, parents, and sponsors throughout the Confirmation journey.

For Candidates

Prayer Resources

• Daily Catholic Prayers
• The Holy Rosary
• Examination of Conscience for Teens
• Bible Gateway - Search and read the Bible online

Saints and Confirmation Names

• List of Patron Saints
• How to Choose a Confirmation Saint
• Saint Stories for Teens

Understanding Confirmation

• Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit
• What Happens at Confirmation?
• Symbols of Confirmation

If we live by the Spirit, let us also be guided by the Spirit.

For Parents

Supporting Your Child’s Faith Journey

• Parent’s Guide to Confirmation
• Talking to Teens About Faith
• Faith Activities for Families

Catholic Parenting Resources

• Catholic Family Faith
• Strong Catholic Family Faith
• Catholic Parenting Articles

For Sponsors

Understanding the Role of a Sponsor

• Confirmation Sponsor Guide
• Roles and Responsibilities
• Questions Sponsors Should Be Ready to Answer

Supporting Your Candidate

• Tips for Confirmation Sponsors
• Prayer for Your Confirmation Candidate

Teaching Documents and Catechism

Church Documents

• Catechism of the Catholic Church on Confirmation
• Sacrament of Confirmation - Vatican

Theological Resources

• Understanding the Sacrament of Confirmation
• The Holy Spirit in the Life of the Church
• History of the Sacrament of Confirmation

Service Opportunity Resources

• Local Volunteer Opportunities
• Catholic Volunteer Network
• Service Project Ideas for Teens

Confirmation Forms and Documents

Below are the forms needed for our Confirmation program. Please download, complete, and return by the specified deadlines.

• Confirmation Registration Form
• Sponsor Eligibility Form
• Saint Name Selection Form
• Service Hours Log
• Confirmation Retreat Permission Form

Note: All forms are in PDF format. If you need a paper copy, please contact the parish office.

Contact Information

For any questions about these resources or the Confirmation program:

Confirmation Coordinator:
Email: ale@stanthonynovato.org
Phone: (574) 282-2308
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM