Confirmation in the Philippines Catholic Church?

[ski4evr 0]

My Asawa and I were married in a civil ceremony in the Philippines. We now would like to "renew our vows" or also called "marriage blessed in the Church" here in the US Catholic Church. We just met with the Priest and he asked if we were "Confirmed". I was confirmed when I was in High School here in America but my wife does not recognize or remember being confirmed or any ceremony of the kind. Does anyone know about being confirmed in the Catholic Church in the Philippines? Could it be just part of the basic education system in the public schools there?

[marklovetina 52]

before in public schools confirmation is not offer but now a days they are offering it too in grade schools... before they gradeauted the elementary... but in private schools it is automatic that kids will be confirm before they graduate from the elementary... yes if u will marry ur wife again in a catholic church she must get the confirmation first its the church rule hehehehe....

[jsnearline 2]

My Asawa and I were married in a civil ceremony in the Philippines. We now would like to "renew our vows" or also called "marriage blessed in the Church" here in the US Catholic Church. We just met with the Priest and he asked if we were "Confirmed". I was confirmed when I was in High School here in America but my wife does not recognize or remember being confirmed or any ceremony of the kind. Does anyone know about being confirmed in the Catholic Church in the Philippines? Could it be just part of the basic education system in the public schools there?

That's interesting. In my wife's case, all the parish wanted was hwr baptismal certificate.

Perhaps your wife was confirmed the same day she was baptized as an infant? If your wife's parents are still alive, have your wife ask them about it.

[noodlesweasel 0]

before in public schools confirmation is not offer but now a days they are offering it too in grade schools... before they gradeauted the elementary... but in private schools it is automatic that kids will be confirm before they graduate from the elementary... yes if u will marry ur wife again in a catholic church she must get the confirmation first its the church rule hehehehe....

Do you mean private Catholic schools because not all private schools are Catholic. I know few public schools offer Catholic catechism classes in the Philippines, they do not really teach Religion or push for it, assuming not everyone is Catholic.

To Ski4ever, ask your wife if she's Catholic coz you didn't mention if she is. If she cannot remember, they usually have a record at her diocese and can request for a copy which I did before coming here. If she's not Catholic and you guys want to get married in a Catholic church- there are two things, she can convert to be a Catholic and attend classes or if she don't want be converted you ask for a dispensation from the bishop in your area. I hope that helps.

Edited November 24, 2009 by noodlesweasel

[marklovetina 52]

before in public schools confirmation is not offer but now a days they are offering it too in grade schools... before they gradeauted the elementary... but in private schools it is automatic that kids will be confirm before they graduate from the elementary... yes if u will marry ur wife again in a catholic church she must get the confirmation first its the church rule hehehehe....

Do you mean private Catholic schools because not all private schools are Catholic. I know few public schools offer Catholic catechism classes in the Philippines, they do not really teach Religion or push for it, assuming not everyone is Catholic.

To Ski4ever, ask your wife if she's Catholic coz you didn't mention if she is. If she cannot remember, they usually have a record at her diocese and can request for a copy which I did before coming here. If she's not Catholic and you guys want to get married in a Catholic church- there are two things, she can convert to be a Catholic and attend classes or if she don't want be converted you ask for a dispensation from the bishop in your area. I hope that helps.

OH YEAH SORRY FOR THE POST... UR RIGHT... PRIVATE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS.....

[ski4evr 0]

My Asawa and I were married in a civil ceremony in the Philippines. We now would like to "renew our vows" or also called "marriage blessed in the Church" here in the US Catholic Church. We just met with the Priest and he asked if we were "Confirmed". I was confirmed when I was in High School here in America but my wife does not recognize or remember being confirmed or any ceremony of the kind. Does anyone know about being confirmed in the Catholic Church in the Philippines? Could it be just part of the basic education system in the public schools there?

That's interesting. In my wife's case, all the parish wanted was hwr baptismal certificate.

Perhaps your wife was confirmed the same day she was baptized as an infant? If your wife's parents are still alive, have your wife ask them about it.

Thanks! I have been doing some research and that is what I found out! It usually happens in the far east that confirmation & baptism happen the same time. We have her baptism cert. so all should be good

[tallcoolone 102]

[Nenita and David 1]

Baptismal and confirmation are not on same day. Confirmation should be done by a bishop not a priest when you are 10 years old and above. Check the diocese where your wife belongs for sure they have records.

My Asawa and I were married in a civil ceremony in the Philippines. We now would like to "renew our vows" or also called "marriage blessed in the Church" here in the US Catholic Church. We just met with the Priest and he asked if we were "Confirmed". I was confirmed when I was in High School here in America but my wife does not recognize or remember being confirmed or any ceremony of the kind. Does anyone know about being confirmed in the Catholic Church in the Philippines? Could it be just part of the basic education system in the public schools there?

That's interesting. In my wife's case, all the parish wanted was hwr baptismal certificate.

Perhaps your wife was confirmed the same day she was baptized as an infant? If your wife's parents are still alive, have your wife ask them about it.

Thanks! I have been doing some research and that is what I found out! It usually happens in the far east that confirmation & baptism happen the same time. We have her baptism cert. so all should be good