Moses said to God … “If they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ What am I to tell them?” God replied, “I am who I am.” Then He added, “This is what you shall tell the Israelites: I AM sent me to you.” God spoke further to Moses, “Thus shall you say to the Israelites; the Lord, the God of your Fathers, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, the God of Jacob, has sent me to you. This is my name forever; this is my title for all generations.” ~Exodus 3:13-15~
Over the years, the practice of selecting a Confirmation Name has changed and today we witness many candidates placing significant value on this traditional practice. The Confirmation Name chosen by the candidate is typically associated with a saint, a religious role model, or a biblical hero. In some cases, a candidate may choose to use his/her own Baptismal name. In any case, the candidate should understand the meaning of the chosen name and the name’s relationship to a particular saint. The name the candidate chooses is the name underwhich the Bishop will Confirm the candidate. Choose wisely...