The Mass
The first major part of the Mass, where we listen to the Word of God.
the Liturgy of the Word
The first reading during Sunday Mass is usually taken from this section of the Bible.
Old Testament
A person who guides and gives spiritual help and is present with you at the sacrament.
Sponsor
This gift helps us see things from God's perspective.
Wisdom
The grandmother of Jesus
The second major part of the Mass, where the bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Christ.
The Liturgy of the Eucharist
He wrote many of the Epistles, the letters to Churches across the world sharing the Gospel
St. Paul
The three "Sacraments of Initiation" that Confirmation helps complete.
Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation
This gift helps us make the best decisions based on the desire to do God's will.
Counsel (or right judgement)
The name of the Cathedral for the Diocese of Arlington
St. Thomas More
These are the four books of the Bible that contain the life and teachings of Jesus; we stand out of respect when they are read.
The Gospels
The Psalms, many of which are written by King David, are found in this part of the Bible
Old Testament
This person is the typical or "ordinary" minister of Confirmation
Bishop
This gift means faithful obedience and love for God.
Piety
This Roman soldier was martyred and is the patron saint of athletes
St. Sebastian
The special table where the sacrifice of the Mass takes place.
The altar
This is the first book of the Bible
The book of Genesis
This biblical gesture is used during the rite to ask the Holy Spirit to come down upon the candidate.
The laying on of hands
This gift makes us aware of God’s greatness and the vast difference between us and Him.
Fear of the Lord
This French saint led soldiers into battle when she was 17
St. Joan of Arc
The theological term for the bread and wine changing into the actual Body and Blood of Christ.
Transubstantiation
On this day, told in the New Testament book "The Acts of the Apostles" the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles in the form of tongues of fire.
Pentecost
Confirmation leaves this permanent effect on the soul, meaning it can only be received once.
Indelible Mark
The seven gifts of the Holy Spirit
Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord?
This saint is nicknamed "God's Influencer," and was known for his computer skills and deep faith, and became a saint in September 2025
St. Carlo Acutis