Write a Successful Catholic Confirmation Letter
Confirmation is a Catholic sacrament practiced by those who are prepared to choose the Catholic religion as an adult member of the church. Confirmation follows baptism, communion and penance, and is typically performed by teenagers who attend two years' worth of confirmation classes. The goal of writing a Catholic confirmation letter is for the sponsor to relate his hopes and prayers to the confirmation candidate, as an offering of support and belief in why the candidate deserves the gift of the Holy Spirit. Sponsors can write letters that reflect on memorable times, positive traits, personal faith experiences and the importance of making confirmation. 1. Address your letter to the candidate, including your candidate's saint name, as chosen by the candidate. Confirmation candidates choose the name of a canonized Roman Catholic saint whom they relate to or aspire to act like. 2. Encourage your candidate by starting the letter off with congratulatory statements regar...