Ten chapters introduce the sacrament, explain the sacraments of initiation, the Catholic understanding of the Holy Spirit, the gifts and fruits of the Spirit, the symbols of Confirmation, the rite, how the sacrament has evolved, how the parent can prepare the child, how the parent can make the celebration special, and answers to frequently asked questions. Also includes Scripture citations, prayers, and a page for parent resolutions. This book does not presume the candidate is a teen, so is helpful for parents of young children, but can also be given to parents of older children. Also available in sponsor’s edition. Paper, 7 x 7, 78 pages. (©2004)