Joshua,
The sacrament of confirmation completes the sacrament of baptism. If baptism is the sacrament of re-birth to a new and supernatural life, confirmation is the sacrament of maturity and coming of age. The real confession of Christ consists when:
- Whole man submits himself to truth,
- He stands in judgment of his understanding and
- Appreciates the of his power of love.
The poor-spirited man is only able, when he has been confirmed and lives by God’s grace. This confirmation in the power of the Holy Spirit that has led you to the profession of your faith today is the tradition of our Catholic experience. In effect, completing your baptism.
May God guide you to where there is sun and warmth, but make sure you remember rain and cold, so you appreciate all that is good in life.
May he help you be an adult who is strong and proud, but help you keep the child within who tells jokes, plays video games, listens to music and has fun with his family and friends.
May God watch over you when you make mistakes, and help you to understand that perfection is not your goal, only who you love and relate to along your journey.
Now that you are too old to hold Mom and I’s hand, may God always keep you safe.
We pray that with reverence you remember the importance of leading with your heart and how the rest of your life will follow.
As you experience your life’s autonomy, remember to understand the freedom and creativity God has given you. Appreciate the importance of living out God’s word.
You are and will always be our Son, the love of our life, but you are also a child of God. Live and grow in God’s love today and throughout your entire journey.
I love you,
Dad
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