Homilies about confirmation
Father Michael Nixon
Panama City, Florida
Why Confirmation Isn't a Graduation from Church (and What It Is)
Father Michael Nixon
St. Dominic · Panama City, Florida · Jul 19, 2026
Sunday MassFather Michael Nixon reflects on the Holy Spirit's role in empowering Catholics for mission, drawing from his experiences at youth conferences. He challenges the common misconception of Confirmation as a 'graduation' from church, emphasizing that it's an anointing for a unique, unrepeatable mission to become saints, not to live a life of comfort. The homily encourages listeners to embrace discomfort, overcome the scandals within the Church, and actively participate in Christ's mission through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Bishop Kevin Sweeney
Wayne, New Jersey
Bishop Kevin Sweeney: Don't Be Afraid – God's Unconditional Love for the Anxious Generation
Bishop Kevin Sweeney
Our Lady of the Valley Parish - Holy Cross · Wayne, New Jersey · Jun 21, 2026
SacramentalThe Bishop delivers an abbreviated homily for Confirmation candidates, emphasizing that God has a unique plan for each person and encouraging them to stay close to Jesus through prayer and the Eucharist. He connects the Gospel message of "Be not afraid" to the unconditional love of God, especially relevant for the 'anxious generation,' and highlights the role of parents in teaching this love.