The Sacrament of
Holy Confirmation
Sarah Mary Thomas
Pentecost Sunday, 16 May 2027 · 10:00 AM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church · Adyar, Chennai
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Sarah Mary Thomas
Pentecost Sunday, 16 May 2027 · 10:00 AM
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church · Adyar, Chennai
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With hearts full of gratitude
On this holy day of Pentecost, our daughter will be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit and strengthened to live and witness her faith. We humbly invite you to join us in prayer and celebration as she receives the Sacrament of Confirmation.
“Then they laid their hands on them, and they received the Holy Spirit.” — Acts 8:17
Called by name
Daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Mathew. She has prepared through a year of catechism, prayer and service with the parish youth.
“I will pray the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you for ever.” — John 14:16
Those who walk with her
Father
Her first teacher in faith.
Mother
Whose rosary has never rested.
Sponsor
Chosen to guide and pray for her.
Parish Priest
Pastor of our parish family.
Celebrant of the Sacrament
Archbishop · who will anoint with Sacred Chrism
Mark the day
16 May 2027, 10:00 AM
Where we gather
Holy Mass & Confirmation
24, Church Road, Adyar, Chennai – 600020
Sunday, 16 May 2027 · 10:00 AM
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Next to the church, Adyar, Chennai – 600020
Sunday, 16 May 2027 · 12:30 PM
Get DirectionsSigns of the sacred
The Eucharistic bread is the Body of Christ, given for us. In receiving Him, we become one body, nourished and sent out in love.
John 6:35
The wine becomes the Blood of the New Covenant, poured out for the forgiveness of sins and the joy of eternal life.
1 Corinthians 10:16
The white veil speaks of purity, humility and a heart set apart. It reminds us that we come before the Lord with awe, and that Christ opened the way to God.
Hebrews 10:19-20
Isaiah 11:2-3
Poured out at Confirmation, these gifts strengthen us to live as faithful witnesses of Christ.
To see all things in the light of God.
To grasp the truths of our faith.
To choose rightly in every decision.
Courage to stand for Christ.
To know God through His creation.
A loving devotion to God and neighbour.
Wonder and reverence before His majesty.
From the Holy Bible
“All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.”
Acts 2:4
“The Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything.”
John 14:26
“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.”
Galatians 5:22-23
“For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and self-discipline.”
2 Timothy 1:7
A journey of faith
After Jesus ascended to heaven, the apostles and Mary gathered in the upper room and prayed together. Suddenly a sound like a mighty wind filled the house, and tongues of fire rested on each one of them. Fearful men became bold witnesses, and the Church was born.
The same Spirit now rests upon Sarah. Like the apostles, she is sent to carry the light of Christ into her home, her school and her world.
Acts 2:1-4
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.
Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created, and you shall renew the face of the earth.
Amen.
She renews the vows made for her at baptism and professes the faith of the Church.
The Bishop extends his hands over her and prays for the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
“Be sealed with the Gift of the Holy Spirit.” She is marked on the forehead with sacred oil.
“Peace be with you.” She is welcomed as a full and strengthened member of the Church.
That she may always speak with God as with a friend.
That Mass and Confession remain her strength.
That Scripture lights every step she takes.
That she may see Christ in the poor and the lonely.
Voices raised in praise
Our young choir, in their white robes, will lead the singing at Mass. Their joyful hymns carry our prayers to heaven.
“Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvellous things.” — Psalm 98:1
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Your prayers and presence will mean the world to us. Please let us know if you can join us.
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Thank you for your prayers
Sarah Mary Thomas
“Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful.”
With love and gratitude · The Thomas Family · 16 May 2027