A Sponsor for Confirmation is a role model of the Faith for the candidate. The sponsor has her/himself received all three sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation) and is living in harmony with the Roman Catholic faith. The sponsor supports the candidate being confirmed in her/his commitment to a Christian life.
Sponsor Requirements (Taken from the 1983 Code of Canon Law Canon 87):
- Is at least 16 years of age;
- Is a practicing Catholic;
- Has received the Sacraments of Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation;
- Leads a life in harmony with the Roman Catholic faith;
- Is not a parent of the candidate; and
- Sponsor is required to provide a Copy of sponsor’s annotated Baptism certificate (including Confirmation Date – this may be obtained from the Parish where one was baptized), or a copy of their Confirmation certificate.
This must be submitted by the Confirmation Candidate no later than January 31, 2027.