How To Choose A Saint For Confirmation

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SEBASTIAN THE GREAT The Golden Legend1 published a new chapter on January 20. Because Sebastian is derived from the Latin words sequens, which means “following,” beatitudo, which means “beatitude,” astin, which means “city,” andana, which means “above,” he is known as “one who pursues the beatitude of the city from a high position,” as Augustine writes. He obtained the kingdom through his poverty, eternal joy through his suffering, eternal rest through his striving and labor, glory through his humiliation, and life through his death.

Also known as Sebastian the Surrounded, due to the fact that he was encircled by arrows and looked like a porcupine with quills.

Sebastian practiced what he preached as a devout believer.

Maximian and Diocletian, on the other hand, had such strong feelings for him that they elevated him to the position of leader of the First Cohort and elevated him to the level of personal discipleship.

Marcellinus and Mark, two identical twin brothers, were sentenced to death for refusing to renounce their Christian faith, and their parents traveled to their location to try to persuade them to do so.

Because I am an unhappy woman, my sons have decided to abandon me.

In the event that the judges had apprehended and imprisoned them, I would have broken into their cell even if it meant sacrificing my life to do so!

“This is a strange sort of agony, in which the youth of the sons is thrown away by their own choice, while the old age of the parents is condemned to survive!” Then came the father, who was carried up on the arms of his slaves, his head covered with ashes, and the old man cried out: ‘I have come to say goodbye to my sons, who have chosen to leave us of their own free will!

• I don’t understand why You enjoy death so much, my sons, staff of my old age, and lifeblood of my heart.
• All old men are invited to join me in mourning for my sons’ passing.
• In addition to seeing my sons fall under the sword, you, my eyes, will be blinded by tears!
• Who will be in charge of these children’s upbringing and protection?

‘Do you have iron hearts, so that you despise your parents, despise your wives, and despise your children?’ When Saint Sebastian, who happened to be present at the time, stepped forward and said: ‘Brave soldiers of Christ, do not let these sweet words and pleas deprive you of your eternal crown!’ The youths’ courage was already beginning to wane.

1. The truth is that they will not be separated from you, but will instead go to Heaven to prepare permanent homes for you.
2. Moreover, it provides such a low level of security that one could easily conclude that one has been duped completely by it.
3. This life incites sin, encourages evil, and advises harm to another.
4. Nevertheless, everlasting agony is continually recreated in order to make it more terrifying, it is intensified in order to make it burn even more intensely, and it is fanned in order to bring about the completion of the punishment.

What ever the Devil’s plans are for us here, when he tries to catch us, he himself is caught; when he snatches at us, he is bound; when he would conquer, he is vanquished; when he tortures, he suffers; when he ridicules, he himself is the object of ridicule; when he grasps our throats, he himself is killed.’ They were startled when they saw Sebastian suddenly enveloped in a robe of shining white with seven angels standing before him.

A vast light from Heaven had encircled him and they had no idea what had happened.

“If I am God’s servant and the things I have spoken are true, 0 Thou, Who opened the lips of the prophet Zacharias, open the mouth of this woman!” said the saint.

Also in his turn, the woman’s husband approached the saint and asked for forgiveness, at which point the saint released the victims from their shackles and told them to go and live their lives.

So powerful and grace-filled were Sebastian’s words that not only did they strengthen Marcellinus and Mark in their unwavering desire to die for their faith, but in the process they also converted their father Tranquillinus as well as their mother and other people, all of whom were baptized by the priest Polycarp.

1. As soon as he heard this, Tranquillinus was dispatched to deliver the man who had treated him to the prefect of the city of Rome, who was himself suffering from illness.
2. The gods’ idols were destroyed in his presence, but Sebastian refused to let them do it unless he agreed to allow them to do so.
3. Chromatius ultimately agreed as a result, and the two saints were able to demolish more than 200 idols.
4. then he went on to say that his father had spent more than two hundred pounds in gold on the decoration of this space.
5. The demolition of the chamber was given his approval by Chromatius as well.
6. Nevertheless, I will not allow it to be stated that I do not want with all my heart for the restoration of health to my father.
7. ‘Let it be done as thou hast spoken,’ Sebastian responded.

After realizing that he had been healed, the prefect chased after the angel, kissing his feet in gratitude.

A baptismal service was held for the prefect and his son Tiburtius, as well as four thousand members of the prefect’s family.

“Behold, the women are going before us to the wreath of martyrdom!” said the aged Tranquillinus upon hearing this.

And a few days later, he was stoned himself.

Afterwards, after making the sign of the cross, he proceeded to walk over the hot coals, exclaiming, ‘I believe I am walking on a bed of flowers,’ in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.

To pronounce this holy lovely Name, you are not deserving of the privilege!’ The prefect became enraged and ordered his execution.

‘However, we have never been happier as we are right now!’ “And we entreat thee to leave us in our current state till our spirits are liberated from the prison of our bodies!” Their martyrdom was completed as a result of the prefect’s order to have them lanced through the chests with lances.

He was then chained to a stake in the center of the Campus Martius and his troops were ordered to transfix him with arrows, as directed by Diocletian.

They then left him where he was, believing that he had died.

When they realized it was Sebastian, they exclaimed: “Have you not heard of the arrows we used to put him to death?” Then Sebastian said, ‘The Lord has brought me back to life so that I may once again return to you and reprimand you for the wrongs that you have done to the followers of Christ!’.

• His body was dumped into a sewer so that it would not be preserved and venerated by Christians as a relic of the martyrdom of Jesus Christ.
• His martyrdom occurred around the year 287 of the Lord’s reign.
• A specific woman from Tuscany, who had lately tied the knot, had been invited to the dedication of a church dedicated to Saint Sebastian in the city of Pisa, in Italy.
• In spite of this, this woman went to church the following morning, more fearful of the judgments of others than she was of the judgment of God.
• Then the priest of the church covered her with the altar veil, and the evil spirit seized hold of the priest at that very moment!
• When a holy man named Fortunatus arrived, he was able to heal the lady via his prayers.
• The disease was so severe that no one could be found to bury the dead.
• Death was brought about by demon strikes whenever an angel gave the order.
• A religious man was then informed by God that the curse would not be lifted until a shrine dedicated to Saint Sebastian was constructed in the city of Pavia.
• A second item was the transportation to Pavia of the relics of St.
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Sebastian in his Preface, saying, “The blood of the holy martyr Sebastian, which was poured in Thy name, makes evident Thy glory, 0 Lord, Who through his intercession works Thy might in the weak, crowns our endeavors, and restores healing to the ill.” One passage is from the novel Jacobus de Voragine, which has been translated and modified by Ryan, Granger, and Helmut Ripperger.

2. 41 pages, published by Arno Press in association with Longmans Green and Company in 1941 (pp. 104-110).

The saints, our teachers

In the communion of saints, we have been given a very magnificent gift. The saints are people just like us! They are our forefathers and foremothers, our instructors and friends, and our siblings. They are actual people who are truly human. They are sinners, but they are also God’s children who have repented. The saints have lived on this planet and have experienced sorrow, joy, agony, broken promises, peace, frustration, conflict, injury, and heartbreak. they are familiar with our innermost thoughts and feelings.

They understand what it takes to live a good life for Him.

Why a saint for Confirmation?

Our choice of a Confirmation saint (as well as our choice of a Confirmation sponsor) is not motivated by a desire to follow the “law,” but rather by the realization that it would be most awful to go alone. We understand how vital it is to be familiar with your Confirmation saint’s narrative as well as his or her name, and we encourage you to do so. The saints have a great deal to teach us about the path ahead of us. The following list is intended to serve as a starting point for you in your search for a “Confirmation saint-buddy” to accompany you on your journey.

• Learn about their background.
• Inquire about their intercession in the same way you would inquire about the prayers of your friends.
• What a wonderful thing to discover!
• So, here it is.
• Good luck with your selection!

Saints who I’m pretty sure were actually superheroes

No, their “superpowers” were not created by sophisticated equipment or by extraterrestrial power. They were just sensitive to the majesty of God’s overwhelming power. The stories of these saints are tremendously inspiring.

• Mary, the Mother of God
• St. Denis
• St. George Martyr
• St. Joan of Arc
• St. Joseph Cupertino
• St. Louis IX
• St. Margaret of Antioch
• St. Maximilian Kolbe
• Bl. Miguel Pro
• St. Padre Pio
• St. Peter
• St. Simeon Stylites
• And St. Quiteria are some of the saints who have been commemorated this year.

Modern day saints

The people on this list are men and women who understand what it takes to live in the modern world while maintaining a holy lifestyle. Wow, that’s not only remarkable, but also aesthetically pleasing. We may learn a great deal from the lives of these modern saints.

• St. Augustus Tolton, St. André Bessette, Servant of God Chiara Corbella Petrillo, Servant of God Dorothy Day, St. Gianna, St. Jaime Hilario Barbal, St. John XXIII, St. John Paul II, St. Josemaria Escriva, St. Katharine Drexel, St. Luigi Orione, St. Mary MacKillop, St. Mother Teresa, St. Pius X, St. Ri

Saints who are Doctors of the Church

No, we’re not talking about Dr. Strange or Dr. Meredith Grey here; instead, we’re talking about physicians of theology in the Catholic Church. People who, by their own serious study and contemplation, have provided the Church with tremendous knowledge and insight have been recognized.

• The saints St. Albert the Great, St. Alphonsus Liguori, St. Ambrose, St. Anselm of Canterbury, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Athanasius, St. Augustine, St. Basil the Great, St. Bede the Venerable, St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Bonaventure, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Cyril of Alexandria, St. Cyril of Jerusalem, St. Ephre

Saints with a really cool conversion story

God performs miracles in our lives in subtle and inconspicuous ways, yet occasionally His miracles are audible. These saints underwent a life-altering conversion that had a great impact on their lives in significant ways.

• Francis of Assisi, St. Genesius, St. Ignatius de Loyola, Blessed Imelda Lambertini, Blessed Augustine of Hippo (also a doctor of the Church), Saint Mary Magdalene, Saint Moses the Black, Saint Paul the Apostle, and St. Vladimir of Kiev are just a few of the saints who have graced the Church over the centuries.

Saints with names your bishop might have trouble pronouncing

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because (don’t tell a fib) that would be quite amusing. However, their names aren’t the only thing that makes these saints stand out; have a look at their biographies!

• Among those honored are St. Alphonsa Muttathupadathu, St. Benedicta Hyongnyon, St. Ceolwulf of Northumbria, St. John Chrysostom, St. Kateri Tekakwitha, St. Quadragesimus, Bl. Volodymyr Pryjma, Bl. Zepherin Namuncura, and St. Zygmunt Gorazdowski.

Saints who reached sanctity before the age of 25

When they were elevated to sainthood, the majority of these saints were far younger than you. What is your justification?

• The saints St. Agnes, St. Aloysius Gonzaga, St. Aquilina, Bl. Carlo Acutis, St. Charles Lwanga, Bl Chiara Luce Badano, Saint Dominic Savio, Bl. Francisco Marto, St. Gemma Galgani, Bl. Jacinta Marto, St. José Sánchez del Rio, St. Lucy, St. Maria Goretti, St. Philomena, B

Saints to invoke if you need prayers for a very specific intention

St. Agnes, St. Aloysius Gonzaga, St. Aquilina, Bl. Carlo Acutis, St. Charles Lwanga, Bl. Chiara Luce Badano, St. Dominic Savio, Bl. Francisco Marto, St. Gemma Galgani, Bl. Jacinta Marto, St. José Sánchez del Rio, St. Lucy, St. Maria Goretti, St. Philomena, Bl

• Saints who have been invoked for abuse victims include St. Monica, St. Thomas More, St. Catherine of Bologna, St. Sebastian, altar servers, bakers, Christian mothers, St. Polycarp, St. Andrew, St. John the Evangelist, farmers, and rural communities. Saints who have been invoked for “hopeless causes” include St. Jude Thaddeus, St. Hubert, and St. Jude Thaddeus. Saints who have been invoked for headache

This is by no means a comprehensive list of all the saints. If that were the case, it would be far more overwhelming than it would be beneficial. My prayer for you is that you have discovered your “saint-buddy” on this website. If you haven’t already, I hope you will soon, for the saints are truly our best friends and champions. They are a part of our family! Note from the editor: It has been passed down through history via record keeping and oral tradition that we have learned a great deal about the lives of the saints of the Catholic faith.

Thérèse of Lisieux), whilst others (such as the early Roman martyrs) are more mythology than historical fact.

Having said that, each of the linked websites is simply a launching point for exploring the extensive data available on each saint.

More information on Catholic saints and their lives may be found in other Life Teen blogs and books that have been published previously.

Choosing a Confirmation Name "Saint"

This is by no means a comprehensive list of all the saints who have lived. Then it would be far more overwhelming than it would be beneficial. My prayer for you is that you have discovered your “saint-buddy” on this website. If you haven’t already, I hope you will do so soon, for the saints are indeed our best friends and allies. They are a part of our extended family. The following is a note from the editors: Historically, most of what we know about the lives of Catholic saints has been passed down down the generations through record-keeping and oral history.

Thérèse of Lisieux), while many others (such as the early Roman martyrs) are more mythology than historical fact.

Having said that, each of the linked websites is simply a launching point for further exploration of the extensive data available on each of the saints included.

Check out more Life Teen articles and books that have been released to learn more about Catholic saints and their lives. Picture taken by Catho Bordeaux, CC 2.0 license, with the logo added

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• How about the place and nation where your saint resided
• I’d want to know what your saint was doing. When is the feast day of your patron saint celebrated by the Catholic Church? When it comes to your saint, who is the patron saint of you? Describe how your saint lived his/her life, how he/she followed Christ, and how he/she made decisions to obey God’s will, even when doing so was controversial. What was the saint’s relationship to Jesus like
• How did the saint demonstrate compassion for people or provide assistance to them throughout his or her life? When it comes to the Church, what was your saint’s major contribution during his or her lifetime? Provide a brief description of at least one virtue exhibited by your saint’s life. Give an example of your saint’s life that exemplifies this virtue. What made you chose this particular saint

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This implies that thousands of children, teenagers, and adult converts will have to pick a saint for their Confirmation. And although some people glide through this decision, others might get quite preoccupied with the task of making the best selection. If it describes you, don’t be concerned; I was in the same boat. Remember, there is no such thing as a “bad option” when it comes to picking your Confirmation saint! The saint you choose to be your particular patron will pray for you and provide you with opportunities to learn from him or her.

Converts frequently find it daunting to pick a patron for their Confirmation, but in reality, this is a wonderful chance to become acquainted with the incredible diversity of saints with whom we are fortunate to be in communion.

Also, at the bottom of this piece, you’ll find a printable version of my list of five favorite saints for converts.

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This is something you should definitely pray about! People have a variety of stories about how their saint came to find them. Be prayerful and honest in your approach. This is unquestionably the most crucial step, and it may well be the only one that is truly necessary.

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It’s a good link, and it serves as an excellent jumping-off place. This year, my birthday falls on St. Peter’s Chair Feast Day, which is a very wonderful coincidence. However, when I was attempting to decide on a saint, I didn’t believe I’d be able to utilize this particular feast day. Because it was the Feast of the Chair, it didn’t occur to me that I might chose St. Peter as my saint of choice. I’m not sure why that didn’t come to me before, but it’s OK with me. I’m pleased with how things have worked out so far.

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A wonderful link is made, and it serves as a perfect launching pad for further exploration. This year, my birthday coincides with St. Peter’s Chair Feast Day, which is quite awesome. This feast, on the other hand, wasn’t on my radar when I was attempting to decide on my saint. It didn’t occur to me that I might chose St. Peter because it was the feast of the Chair. I’m not sure why it didn’t occur to me, but it’s all right. I’m just saying. What happened turned out to be a success in my opinion.

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According to my observations, this is one of the most often used ways. If you are a wife, a mother, a chef, a lawyer, a nurse, or a mix of these, there is certain to be a saint who can relate to your life and with whom you may create a personal relationship, and this is known as a special link. If there is anybody better to pray for you, it is someone who has led a holy life under circumstances that are quite similar to your own. They will know exactly what to pray for, and they will know it better than you will.

For converts, I’ve put together a list of five wonderful Confirmation saints, which you can discover in my new Resource Library.

Those are all awesome ways of finding your Confirmation saint. Here’s how mine found me.

Is it possible that you’ve heard of the Four Tendencies? A unique personality type framework based on how you deal with inner and exterior expectations, this one is worth checking out! I haven’t read the book, but the quiz and the findings are really interesting on their own. Anyway, the point of this brief detour is that I emerged from the experience as a Rebel. I learnt a lot about myself, including why I prefer to break my OWN rules from time to time. Consequently, even if the majority of individuals will find their Confirmation saint in this manner, I will most likely not do so.

• None of the approaches listed above (except from 1) seemed to resonate with me, and I couldn’t manage to make up my decision.
• All I want is the presence of my intuition, which, on sometimes, might be a little tardy in arriving.
• My options are limited.
• This was the case until I attended the Rite of Election at the Cathedral of the Madeleine in Salt Lake City on November 6.
• Mary Magdalene: how she was freed from a troubled background, how we know so little about her beyond the fact that she was madly in love with Jesus and that she followed him ceaselessly and persistently, among other things.
• We don’t know much about her, but she was a devout follower of Jesus, and I hope the same may be said of me in the end.
• What are your thoughts?
• What method did you use to locate them?

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Choosing a Confirmation Name

So you’re preparing for Confirmation, and in addition to getting your head around everything that the Sacrament entails — which is the most important part and should receive the majority of your attention — you’ll probably have to think about what you’ll call yourself when you receive your Confirmation name. If you’re anything like me, you’re thinking, “Wow, this is a fantastic and exciting development!” I’ve always been fascinated by names, and because I grew up before the internet era, when there were no online handles or email accounts, my Confirmation was the first time I was given the opportunity to pick a name for myself.

• It was one of my favorite things to read when I was younger, and I had a baby name book when I was a teenager.
• Spend some time now thinking about what name you want to give your religion, something that will remind you of the spiritual assistance you receive no matter what life throws at you.
• “Do not be afraid, because I have rescued you; I have called you by your name: you are mine,” God Himself declared (Isaiah 43:1).
• (John 1:42).
• It is an opportunity to choose a name that has unique meaning for you, and that will assist you in your spiritual path, while selecting a Confirmation name for yourself.
• Finding an unusual connection with someone in Heaven is really significant!

When I inquired of the bishop of my diocese (the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, New York), he responded with this pearl of wisdom: “Do NOT select a name only because the person is renowned or famous or because the name sounds good.” The name you pick will be with you for the rest of your life!

It’s not just about a name you like; it’s about a person whose entire life exemplifies what it is to be a loyal buddy of Jesus.” Bishop Edward Scharfenberger is a religious leader in the United States.

Your priest and bishop, I’m sure, would agree with him completely! Furthermore, various dioceses may have their own traditions, such as the following:

• Allowing a Confirmation name if one’s baptismal name is already a saint’s name, so strengthening the link between Baptism and Confirmation
• Requiring females to take the name of a female saint and boys to adopt the name of a male saint
• To permit the use of any name, such as that of a beloved relative or other respected person, in keeping with the Church’s baptismal name requirements, which state simply that “Parents, sponsors, and the pastor are to take care that a name foreign to Christian sensibility is not given” (Canon 855 in the Code of Canon Law)

Making sure you understand the norms of your diocese is critical; thus, contact your priest, instructor, or Director of Religious Education for clarification before you begin. Important to remember is that Confirmation names are not required; it is absolutely okay for you to be confirmed using your own name, which is the one with which you were baptized, if that is your preference. All of that being stated, if you are able to pick a Confirmation name and would like to do so, the following resources may be helpful: Catholic Nicknames That Are Different (for those with more adventurous taste) The Most Holy Name of the Virgin Mary (so many beautiful ways to honor Our Lady) Let’s Talk About How to Pronounce Things (Kateri, Therese, Zelie, Xavier, Gianna) CatholicSaints.Info is a website dedicated to Catholic saints (search by name or patronage) Saint’s Name Generator (in certain cases, the saint chooses your name!) Finally, the most crucial step in selecting a Confirmation name is to pray and ask the Holy Spirit to guide your decision.

It is my goal that you will appreciate discovering the many ways in which your given name may help you grow closer to God, whether you choose to keep your given name or pick a new one.

If so, how did you come to make your decision?

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How to “Choose” a Patron Saint

Looking for an apatron saint or heavenly intercessor to pray with? Almost every week, we receive letters from people who want to know how to go about choosing a patron saint. Having a relationship with members of your heavenly family is a wonderful idea whether you are attempting to choose a saint for receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation or you are seeking for additional special intercessors in your life. Some people have the advantage of being named after a specific saint by their parents, which is a wonderful blessing (their Baptismal name).

• Your “Name Saint” is a good place to start, but having extra patron saints is a wonderful way to continue to develop in the Faith.
• All of the Saints are a priceless asset of the Church; they are also members of our celestial family.
• They are ecstatic as they anticipate our arrival in forever, and they share our desire to assist us on our journey to the heavenly realm.
• However, as is true in everything things, when we cooperate with God’s grace, we allow the Holy Spirit to work more effectively.

In order to do this, we must have an open mind and heart while praying and listening for the promptings of the Holy Spirit. When “choosing” your patron saints, be open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit by taking the following factors into consideration:

1.YOUR VOCATION OR STATION IN LIFE:

God has provided us with all of the resources we require to serve Him in a very unique way around the world. This invitation to us is referred to as our vocation, our calling, or our station in life, depending on who you ask. We have it inscribed on our hearts, and He is patiently waiting for us to react to Him there. Which of the following do you consider to be your vocation at this point in your life, and how would you wish to go about living it in a way that more fully praises God? If defining your vocation appears to be a daunting task, consider the following questions: “Who am I today as a child of God, and how is He calling me to serve Him everyday in the world?” Pray for the Lord to disclose this to you and ask for His guidance.

• Maybe you’re a mother who wishes to love her children more liberally and unselfishly.
• For example, you can be a parent who has lost his work and is trying to provide for your children.
• Are you a single person who is pleading with God to provide you with a holy, Catholic spouse?
• Examine the saints who serve as patrons of these and other great occupations.
• Agnes and St.

2. YOUR OCCUPATION OR FIELD OF STUDY:

The job we conduct in the world serves as a means of bringing us closer to God. When something looks difficult or exhausting, it is all the more productive if we return it to God in love when we have completed it. There is a patron saint for just about every profession you can think of. Some professions have more than one patron saint, which is known as a patronage system. From accountants to zookeepers, there is an intercessor for every profession and every situation. To provide some examples, St.

Matthew is the patron saint of accountants, and St.

3. SPECIAL INTERESTS, AREAS OF ENJOYMENT, OR HOBBIES:

Sanctities are the patrons of specific causes, which may include practically anything you can think, from sports and hobbies to areas of interest in the world around us. Saints are also the patrons of certain causes in the world around us. It is possible that a characteristic of their death will be the one that defines their patronage. As they responded to Our Lord’s invitation, the saints lived lives that were both diverse and beautiful. Because we have common personal features, hobbies, and interests with them, we may enlist their assistance and experience a sense of closeness to them.

Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of nature and animals, St.

4. WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IN THE HERE AND NOW:

Are you suffering from a medical condition? In the process of waiting to learn the outcome of a job interview? Are you looking for your misplaced wedding ring? Are you expecting a child? Are you preparing for a trip? Yes, there is a saint who is eager to intercede on your behalf in whatever situation you find yourself in right now. In certain cases, episodes in the saints’ lives are related to the events that led to their patronage of the people. When we can relate to the circumstances and experiences that a particular saint has experienced, we feel a sense of kinship or affinity to that saint.

For example, St. Monica is the patron saint of troubled marriages and wayward children, St. Christopher is the patron saint of travel, St. Joseph of Cupertino is the patron saint of examinations and studies, and St. Gerard is the patron saint of expecting women, among other things.

5. PRAY, PRAY, PRAY:

The most important thing to do is to pray and seek for the Holy Spirit’s guidance as you begin to think about your patron saints. You may be shocked and impressed at the various ways in which you may eventually come across each other’s presence. Continue to be open, alert, and waiting so that you will be able to detect the cues. Once you begin to form relationships with specific saints, your spiritual life will take on a depth and richness that you have never previously experienced. The Communion of Saints is a treasury of the Catholic Church that should not be missed.

1. Your heavenly family is waiting for you!
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What’s In a Name? Choosing a Confirmation Name

The most important thing to do is to pray and seek for the Holy Spirit’s guidance as you begin to think about your Patron Saints. Some of the ways in which you will come across each other may surprise and astonish you. You must keep your eyes and ears open, your mind alert, and your body ready to detect the promptings. Once you develop relationships with particular saints, your spiritual life will take on a depth and richness that you have never previously experienced. Church history is a treasure trove, and the Communion of Saints is no exception.

It is your heavenly family who is waiting for you!

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​What is the Purpose of a Confirmation Name?

Choose the name of an individual saint whom you love, can connect to, or aim to be like when choosing your Confirmation name. This saint will form a spiritual link with you and serve as your role model throughout your life. He or she can also be the one to whom you turn for advice and protection. There are several examples of individuals taking on new names in the Bible, some of which date back to the time of the Old Testament. Many people’s names were modified by God in order to represent the unique roles they would play throughout the history of the Church.

When Simon’s given name was changed to Peter, it was because the word “rock” was used to refer to Peter becoming the first pope: “And on this rock I will build my church” (Matthew 16:17-18).

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​Choosing a Saint Confirmation Name

How can I pick from the thousands of saints who exist? Consider the following factors to assist you in narrowing down your options to the one saint who is your perfect match:

Pick up a book on saints

The decision is difficult since there are a countless number of saints. Consider the following factors to assist you in narrowing down your options to the one saint who is your best fit.

​Hobbies and Causes

Do you have a love for a particular activity or a great cause that you are dedicated to? You should look for a saint who has aims and interests that are comparable to yours. There is a patron saint for almost every cause under the sun. Think about giving your child the middle name Francis, if you have a strong affinity to animals in general (after the great animal lover St. Francis of Assisi). The life of St. Maximilian Kolbei, who lived an exemplary life of selflessness, is a wonderful model for anybody seeking such a saint.

If music is your passion, you might be interested in learning more about St.

​Maybe a virtue like Bravery or Courage?

Determine whatever virtue a specific saint demonstrated that you identify with – bravery, obedience, charity, patience, or courage — and write about it in your journal. Do you find yourself advocating for folks who are in need of a little assistance? Perhaps Saint Michael should be your choice! Do you have a good understanding of good bedside manner? Your catholic saint name would very certainly be Agatha!

​Need Help? Pray!

If you’ve narrowed down your options and are still stuck and unable to make a decision, pray! Inquire of God about the finest possible name for you, and ask Him to reveal it to you.

​God Given Saint Name

It is permissible to use your baptismal name as your Confirmation name if your first name (baptismal name) is the name of a saint, according to the Church. It is indeed advised to do so since it serves as a symbolic reminder of your baptism. You should pray in honor of the saint whose name you will be using as your Confirmation name before you receive the sacrament. Inviting this saint to aid you in making moral decisions and to act as your intercessor before God whenever you need assistance is a good way to get started.

Remember to seek his or her protection and advice as long as you need to.

​Visual Reminders

It is permissible to use your baptismal name as your Confirmation name if your first name (baptismal name) is the name of a saint, according to Catholic tradition. Because it serves as a symbolic reminder of your baptism, doing so is really recommended. Make a prayer to the saint whose name you will be using as your Confirmation name before you receive the sacrament of confirmation.

If you need help making moral decisions, ask this saint to be your intercessor before God and to be your intercessor before God anytime you need it. Do not forget about your namesake once you have received the sacrament. Remember to seek his or her protection and counsel as long as you need them.

What to do and not do when picking a Confirmation saint

Greetings, Katrina. I’m getting confirmed shortly, and I was wondering how to choose a Confirmation saint to honor. What criteria did you use to choose yours? When I questioned my parents, my father claimed he couldn’t recall, and my mother said she chose her saint simply because she had the same name as her. Because there is no St. Raeghan, I am unable to replicate what my mother accomplished. My Confirmation instructor told us that the saint we choose will be our patron saint for the rest of our life, so we should choose someone we admire.

• Raeghan – Greetings, Raeghan.
• He’s in the same boat as you: he has no idea who to select.
• You are correct in that your patron saint is for life, but it does not imply that the saint you choose today is the only one you will ever come to appreciate and adore.
• A saint may appear to you at one point in your life because you require their intercession, yet another saint may appear to you at a later point in your life.
• Anthony of Padua, St.
• Joseph.
• You’ll discover that the same holds true for you as well.

After all, the saints in paradise are members of the same extended family.

You will very certainly be required to study literature on the lives of many saints as part of the process of reaching your selection.

You can even choose saints from places where your ancestors came from if you so choose.

Then look to see whether that particular name is related with a certain saint.

Katrina, there were plenty of Katherines for me to pick from instead.

Another possibility is that you are intended to be the first Saint Raeghan!

Peter.

That’s OK with me.

If you put out the necessary effort, you will eventually be able to determine your preference.

Choose a name at the last minute, and you may be robbing yourself out of a powerful intercessory advocate in heaven, according to some experts.

Her name kept coming up again and again. She made the decision, not I, that everything was settled. My final piece of advise would be to keep your ears, eyes, and heart open in order to be sensitive to your saint’s calling when it comes your way.

Choosing a Confirmation Name – St. John the Evangelist Church

Please accept my heartfelt greetings on behalf of Katrina. In the near future, I will be confirmed, and I was wondering how to choose a Confirmation saint to represent me. What factors went into your selection? My mother explained that she chose her saint simply because she had the same name as her. I asked my parents about it, and my father replied he couldn’t recall. Because there is no St. Raeghan, I am unable to replicate what my mother accomplished. I was told by my Confirmation instructor that the saint we choose will be our patron saint for the rest of our life, so we should choose someone we admire.

• Raeghan – Please accept my heartfelt greetings.
• He’s in the same boat as you in terms of not knowing who to pick.
• Your patron saint remains with you for the rest of your life, which is true, but it does not follow that the saint you choose today is the only one you will ever come to like and respect.
• At one point in your life, you may receive the intercession of a saint, but later on, another saint may appear to you in need of your assistance.
• Anthony of Padua, St.
• Joseph.
• In the same way, you’ll discover that the same will apply to you.

Finally, it is important to remember that the saints in paradise are all members of one family.

You will very certainly be required to read literature about the lives of numerous saints over the course of making your selection.

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The names of persons in your family who are very dear to you or names that have some personal significance to you should be included in this list as well.

Then look to see whether that particular name is related with a particular saint or martyr.

Katrina, there were plenty of Katherines to pick from.

You may even be the first Saint Raeghan, if that’s the case.

Along the way, you may see that the list becomes shorter or longer.

During adoration, bring your list with you and make a conscious effort to pray about it on a regular basis.

Making a conscious effort, on the other hand, is essential.

Several times in prayer, readings, and talks, Mary Magdalene appeared to me and presented herself to me.

Every time I thought about her, her name would come to me. Instead of me, she came to the conclusion that everything was resolved. My final piece of advise would be to keep your ears, eyes, and heart open in order to be sensitive to your saint’s calling when it comes your way.

• – Look up saints who have tales or characteristics that interest you, such as miraculous courage, humility, or concern for the poor
• – Look up saints who have stories or traits that interest you, such as miraculous bravery, humility, or care for the poor
• Find out about a patron saint associated with a profession, nation, or event that interests you, such as the patron saint of sports (St. Sebastian), the patron saint of America (St. Rose of Lima), or the patron saint of authors (St. Francis de Sales). Make use of a family name that has special meaning for you, and look for the saint who has the same name
• – Select a saint whom you respect and admire

If you want to learn more about the saints, you may visit any of the following websites:

• -Catholic Online Saints
• -Catholic Information Network – Catholic Saint Links
• -Catholic Online Saints

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