Choosing the name Confirmation before receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation is an important aspect for Catholics to live a holy spiritual life. The name Chrism, usually using the name of a saint, serves to remind you to keep your commitment to God and be inspired to devote yourself as a church servant. There are several ways to choose a saint's name, for example based on aspects of his personality and skills or by date of birth. Before making a decision, seek information about the saints and pray for guidance from the Holy Spirit. To choose the most appropriate and inspiring name, ask family members, friends, or members of the church community for advice.
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Part 1 of 4: Based on the Same Personality Aspect
Step 1. Determine the aspects of your personality that you think are important
Look for saints who have certain qualities, such as patient, perfectionist, humble, diligent, polite, gentle, faithful, prayerful, generous, or modest. Choose traits that represent the best version of yourself.
Step 2. Choose the name of a righteous saint if you want to live a godly life
Piety is easier to learn by explaining the characteristics of pious people, such as being humble and obedient in worship.
- Saint Francis of Assisi is considered an incarnation of piety. He has a very close relationship with God, reads the Bible, and applies the Word of Jesus, but he does more to do concrete actions than contemplate.
- Some of the saints, such as Saints Hippolytus, Saint Helena, and Saint Olga were only appointed as saints and saints after death. Even though they had sinned, they were made saints and saints for repenting and being martyred.
Step 3. Choose the name of the saint who is gracious and generous
If you care deeply about others and are ready to stand up for their interests, choose a saint who is similar to yours. Saint Angela Merici, Saint Teresa of vila, and Santa Maria Goreti were known to be hospitable and generous saints.
- Santa Maria Goreti is a girl who was martyred before she was 12 years old when she faced the choice of sinning or being sentenced to death because she boldly declared that God did not want the events she had experienced.
- Santa Teresa of vila is known as a reform activist. She struggled so hard to develop herself and the Carmelite nuns that they re-implemented the rules laid down by the Carmelites from the start on Mount Carmel.
Step 4. Choose the name of a brave or persistent saint
Many people are made saints or saints because they don't give up easily. If you want to stand up for people who are being bullied, choose courageous saints as spiritual guides.
- Saint George was known as a persistent and courageous saint, mainly because of his tenacity in battle.
- Saint Jeanne d'Arc also shared the same traits in terms of tenacity and courage.
Part 2 of 4: Based on Life's Purpose
Step 1. Find out the name of the saint celebrated on your birthday
The purpose of life can be determined based on the events that occurred when you were born. Before choosing a name, look up information about the saint celebrated on your birthday to determine if there is a connection.
- Each day of the year, the church establishes a feast day for one or more saints. Find out the names of the saints celebrated on your date of birth.
- Read articles about saints' holidays and open the church calendar by accessing
Step 2. Find a patron saint who shares your interests
Whatever goals you want to achieve, there is the right patron saint. Consider his interests and life goals as the basis for choosing the name Krisma.
- If you like raising animals, choose Saint Francis of Assisi because he is known as a person who loves animals very much.
- If you are called to help others, choose the name Maximilian after Saint Maximilian Kolbe.
- If you like playing music, choose Cecilia's name after Santa Cecilia.
Step 3. Determine your purpose in life and choose a saint who inspires you
The patron saint is ready to help you to be able to live a holy life. So choose a saint/saint you admire and inspire you. In your spiritual life, what would you like to do? Rely on aspirations, prayers, and devotions as guides in the decision-making process.
Part 3 of 4: Making a Selection to Choose a Name
Step 1. Choose 2 names of saints
Look for writings about the lives of the two chosen saints. For example, Saint Jeanne d'Arc is remembered for her courage and love for God. Saint Agnes of Rome was only 12 years old when she was martyred for her obedience to God by keeping chastity. Saint Tarsius was killed for refusing to give up the Holy Eucharist and was martyred at the age of 10.
Step 2. Discuss name choices with a Catholic family member or friend
Don't hesitate to ask your parents, spiritual director, or pastor for advice. Explain why you chose the name of one of the saints or saints as the name Chrism.
- Share your chosen name with family members and friends. Practice saying the name over and over.
- Write the name Krisma as part of your full name.
Step 3. Pray to the saint whose name is chosen
When praying, ask him to help you make the right moral decisions and provide lifelong spiritual guidance.
Part 4 of 4: Entering a New Name
Step 1. Get the Confirmation Sacrament recipient registration form
After determining the name of the saint that inspires and strengthens your faith, you need to fill out the registration form provided by the church secretariat, then submit it to the catechist.
Step 2. Fill in the registration form
The format of the registration form for each church may be different, but the data requested is usually the same, such as the full name, gender, address, cell phone number, occupation, and date of birth of the candidate for confirmation.
Step 3. Provide information about the name selection background when you fill out the registration form
This step is needed if the prospective recipient of the Sacrament of Confirmation is a child. If needed, help him fill out the form by providing information about the saint/saint of his choice.
- Answer the question about the chosen saint/saint and why he chose the name of the saint/saint as the name Chrisma.
- You will need to include the day of the holiday, date of birth, and date of death of the chosen saint/saint.
- Maybe you need to say 2 things that prove that the saint is an eye witness or disciple of Jesus.
Step 4. Answer questions about the background of your religious life so far
In addition to the data above, you need to provide information related to faith. Include the date of baptism, the denomination where you were baptized, and the date of the Sacrament of Confirmation.
- If you would like to inform the public that you will be baptized or receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at a Christian church of a different denomination, please check this option in the registration form.
- If you wish to keep this information confidential, make sure you include this in the registration form.
Step 5. Inform the name of the chosen saint to the catechist or committee
Make sure everyone involved in this important moment is prepared before the Bishop arrives. When you say the name Confirmation and the Bishop confirms the name, have faith that the choice of name was inspired by the Holy Spirit.
- Purchase books, statues, and/or pictures related to the name Krishna. Frequently seen reminders in your daily life help you reflect.
- Pray to your patron saint for guidance and inspiration so you can live a holy life according to God's will.
Tips
- Young women may choose the names of Maria, Elizabeth, Anna, Maria Magdalene, Veronika, Yohana, Cecilia, Agnes, Agata, Klara, Katarina, Bernadeta, Maria Goreti, Faustina, Teresia, and Lucia as patron saints.
- Young men may choose the names of Mikael, Raphael, Gabriel, Joseph, John, Peter, Paul, James, Augustine, Ambrose, Justin, Francis, Antonius, Dominic, and Maximilian Kolbe as patron saints.
- If needed, ask your parent or guardian to accompany you to the civil registry office to add Krisma's name as your full name. Otherwise, the name Chrism is not legally valid and only applies within the church environment.
