Saint Michael the Archangel Parish

21 Manning St

Hudson, MA 01749

Saint Michael the Archangel

Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of Boston.  Hudson, Massachusetts

Adult Confirmation Classes in February of 2025

Confirmation is rooted in the descent of the Holy Spirit and the Apostles' practice of the "laying on the hands" as part of the initiation of the newly baptized...

When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent them Peter and John, who went down and prayed for them, that they might receive the holy Spirit, for it had not yet fallen upon any of them; they had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then they laid hands on them and they received the holy Spirit. 

Acts of the Apostles 8:14-17

By the second century, Confirmation was also conferred by anointing with holy oil, which came to be called sacred Chrism.

“This anointing highlights the name ‘Christian,’ which means ‘anointed’ and derives from that of Christ himself whom God ‘anointed with the Holy Spirit’” (CCC, no. 1289, citing Acts of the Apostles 10:38).

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  • Adult Confirmation Class


  • Catholic Mental Health Session

Confirmation Classes for Adults in 2025


  • February  6th, Thursday, 7:00PM
  • February 13th, Thursday, 7:00PM
  • February 20th, Thursday, 7:00PM
  • February 27th, Thursday, 7:00PM

Classes are scheduled in the Parish Center


This adult Confirmation class is for adult Catholics who have been baptized and received their First Communion, but have not been confirmed.


Please complete this form for additional information, questions, or to register for these classes. 


You may also contact us by our office phone at    978-562-2552


Adult Confirmation Inquiry or Registration

Why Should I Be Confirmed Catholic?


Confirmation is a Sacrament and as such was started by Jesus Christ Himself. It is an incredible opportunity for us to enrich our souls.


A Sacrament is a visible means by which God communicates His grace to us. In a world that is looking for purpose, God has given us this means to come to a greater knowledge of Him.


This Sacrament is called Confirmation from the Latin word “confirmare” meaning “to strengthen”, because the Faith given to a soul in Baptism is now confirmed and made strong. 


Receive Confirmation as soon as possible in order to perfect the work begun at Baptism. Through Confirmation, the Gifts of the Holy Spirit are sealed and strengthened in your soul.


Receive Confirmation because it is God's will!


The Code of Canon Law for the Catholic Church summarizes why you should be confirmed:


"The sacrament of confirmation strengthens the baptized and obliges them more firmly to be witnesses of Christ by word and deed and to spread and defend the faith. It imprints a character, enriches by the gift of the Holy Spirit the baptized continuing on the path of Christian initiation, and binds them more perfectly to the Church."

What Do I Need to do to be Confirmed Catholic?


Persons of age simply need to know the chief doctrines of the Catholic Church.  Persons who have been baptized and received their First Communion since Baptism are required before receiving any other Sacrament.

Am I Too Old to be Confirmed?


No! There is never an age that is too old to be confirmed. Even if you were not confirmed as a child, you are able to study for Confirmation as an adult and receive the Sacrament of Confirmation from your diocese's bishop (or a priest in his place).


Do not worry about being seen as too old. There is never a reason to think you are too old to receive the life-giving Sacrament of Confirmation. Do not worry about being too busy to study for Confirmation.  God wants you to be confirmed! He wants to give you His graces through Confirmation!

Are Protestant Confirmations Valid?


No. Since Protestants do not have valid apostolic succession, they do not have valid priests or valid chrism oil. Protestant ministers do not have the power to confirm your soul. If you were "confirmed" in a protestant ceremony your soul was not actually confirmed. You will need to be confirmed in the Catholic Church to receive the authentic Sacrament of Confirmation.

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