Class - The Confirmation Book Chapter 3 - Sealed With the Spirit

Main Topic: We are anointed with oil in the sacrament of Confirmation and sealed with the Holy Spirit

Topics in this chapter:


   God's Word - We know the Father through Jesus.
   How Many Ways - ways we use oil.
   Catholic Signs & Symbols - Sacred Chrism
   Meet Jesus - Jesus the Teacher
   Bible Reading Exodus 28:1-2, 41 God tells us how to anoint priests
   Anointing with Oil - Discussion of Anointing.  Anointed as Priest, Prophet, King
   Entering the Mystery: meaning of being sealed - we are marked as a disciple.
   Jesus is Priest, Prophet, and King
   You are God's Anointed
   The Heart of a Learner - When Bishop says "Peace be with you" we answer "And with your spirit"
   Disciples Change the World - How are we priest, prophet and king.
   My Family in Our Parish - The Font - remember you share in the ministry of Jesus as priest, prophet and king.  Look for the holy oils.

Worksheets and things to share with students

A picture of the Holy Spirit to color
A Holy Spirit Dove Kite to Color and make

Pictures

A picture of the Holy Spirit

Information for the Catechist

From the Book's Resources
The website for Catechists for Confirmation
Catechist Guide for Chapter 3
Catechist Session Planning


Memorization

The memorization for today is to continue with the the Gifts of the Holy Spirit..

Bible Reading

The Bible reading from the book for today is 1 Samuel 10:1 - Samuel anoints Saul.

Saints

The recommended saint for this class is St. Teresa of Calcutta and Pope St. John Paul II.


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