The Sacrament of Confirmation is needed "for the completion of baptismal grace" (Catechism 1285) and signifies the commitment of an individual to live out, in a permanent way, their Catholic faith.  Confirmation is a release of the Holy Spirit in our lives and gives us the grace to live the Christian life as well as become witnesses to Christ in the world.  Knowledge about the Catholic faith and the experience of living as a committed Catholic Christian is crucial.  Both ingredients -- understanding and experience -- are necessary before one is admitted to reception of the Sacrament of Confirmation. 

The Sacrament of Confirmation in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston requires two years of preparation.  The first Year (Confirmation I) begins in the 9th Grade and the second year (Confirmation II) is in the 10th Grade.   Confirmation classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. in the St. Michael's CCE Building.  A Baptismal Certificate is needed if not baptized at St. Michael the Archange Catholic Church in Needville.