What an incredible gift we have in the communion of saints. They are like us, our ancestors, our teachers, our friends, our siblings, real, truly human, sinners, repentant children of God.
The saints lived on this earth and experienced suffering, joy, pain, broken promises, peace, frustration, war, injury, heartbreak. They know our hearts. They know what it takes to be united with God here on this messy earth, & what it takes to live well for Him.
Why a saint for Confirmation?
We choose a Confirmation saint (like a Confirmation sponsor) not out of due diligence to the “rule,” but because we realize how unfortunate it would be to travel alone. We recognize how important it is to know your saint not only by name, but also by story. They have much to teach us about this journey.
Here is a starting point in your journey to decide whom your “Confirmation saint” will be. Pick someone who speaks to you somehow. Know their story. Get to know the power of their prayer. Ask for their intercession like you would ask for the prayers of your friends. Saying “yes” to a Confirmation saint is like saying “yes, you may always pray for my poor and weary soul.”
How fantastic is that!? I pray that in this process you do not just find a Confirmation saint, but an incredible friend. Happy picking!
Saints who may actually be superheroes. Their “superpowers” were that they were simply receptive to the power of God. Their stories are incredibly heroic.
By no means is this a complete list of the saints.
Look further to get to know your family of saints.