Catholic Confirmation gift ideas
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Whether you are a Confirmation sponsor, parent, or friend of someone getting Confirmed, a gift can be a powerful reminder to the newly-confirmed of their call to be soldiers for Christ. In order for the gift to be an effective reminder, however, it’s important to keep the unique personality of the Confirmand in mind. If they never read, books won’t do them much good. Similarly, if you give them a plaque saying, “Blessings on your Confirmation,” it probably isn’t going to hang on the wall for the rest of their life, if at all.
Fortunately, there are so many unique Confirmation gifts out there. In this blog post, you’ll find:
Confirmation gifts for anyone
Confirmation gifts for women
Confirmation gifts for men
Confirmation gifts for coffee or tea lovers
Confirmation gifts for readers
Confirmation gifts for children
Card
First things first, odds are if you’re going to a Confirmation, you’ll start with a card. Whether or not the newly Confirmed has St. Catherine of Siena as a Confirmation saint, this quote is a perfect call-to-action for someone who has just received the gifts of the Holy Spirit. It could even function as inspirational wall art, so you could buy a 5x7 frame as part of your gift.
Confirmation gifts for anyone
Here are gift ideas that will have meaning regardless of what age someone is confirmed.
Confirmation Saint Art: You can’t go wrong with a physical reminder of the saint chosen for a Confirmation name. Check out the printable art section of my Shop for a variety of saint quote wall art, including some popular choices like St. Carlos Acutis, St. Pio, St. Therese, and more.
Saint medals are a wonderful way of constantly invoking our saints’ intercession.
Statues of the Confirmation saint are another classic Confirmation gift.
Bibles: Here is a huge selection of Catholic Bibles. Whether you want to help the Confirmand understand salvation history with The Great Adventure Bible, or enter deeply into prayer and meditation with The Word on Fire Gospels, there is truly a Bible for everyone.
Rosary: A Rosary is something a Catholic can have multiple of - a car rosary, a bedroom rosary, a living room rosary, etc.
Crucifix: Catholics are encouraged to have a crucifix in every room!
Prayer Journal: A journal is a wonderful aide to prayer. Consider writing a note with advice if you’ve used journaling in your prayer, recommended scripture passages, or gift a journal with prompts like this one.
Confirmation Gifts for women
Jewelry: If you know that the woman getting Confirmed is into jewelry, there’s so much unique Catholic jewelry out there! Whether it’s a cross necklace, Miraculous Medal, or saint medal, there’s something out there for every devotion and style.
Candles: These candles make both a beautiful aide to prayer and home accents.
Customizable Tumbler: This insulated tumbler shows an image of female saints and features the words, “Pray like a girl.” It can even be personalized.
Clothing: grab a Marian hoodie or a saint quote tee.
Décor:
This scripture throw pillow features beautiful font with the words, “Be still.” What a fun way to invite prayer into one’s home!
This Holy Spirit wall hanging is another beautiful piece of art that will be a great reminder to call upon the Holy Spirit.
Confirmation Gifts for Men
Wearable Crucifix - This is such a subtle, yet powerful way to share the Faith!
Ball Cap - Hat guy? Here’s a practical and fun gift.
Men’s St. Benedict Bracelet - A corded bracelet is a nice alternative to wearing a medal around the neck.
Manual for Men- This beautifully bound, customizable work is a combination of spiritual reading and prayer book.
Confirmation gifts for coffee or Tea Lovers
Mugs: Whether a lover of coffee or tea, the newly-Confirmed will appreciate a prayer or St. quote to start their day with a reminder or his or her faith. This Fulton Sheen quote mug is a classic.
Coffee: Yes, there may even be a specific coffee flavor based on your loved one’s particular Confirmation saint.
This shop, Karol coffee, does small-batch roasting in honor of St. John Paul II.
Tea: Yes, there’s teas for saints, too, as well as others inspired by Scripture.
Tumbler or Travel Mug: If the soon-to-be-Confirmed likes a hot drink on the go, you can’t go wrong with a Catholic-themed tumbler travel mug.
Confirmation Gifts for Readers
This list could get very, very long. Keep in mind where the Confirmand is at in their Faith journey. When in doubt, books about the Holy Spirit, saints, prayer, or evangelization are all fitting for Confirmation. Here are a few:
Pray for Us: 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness - Meg Hunter-Kilmer
Forty Anti-Catholic Lies: A Myth Busting Apologist Sets the Record Straight- Gerard Verschuuren
How To Do Apologetics - Patrick Madrid
In the School of the Holy Spirit - Fr. Jacques Philippe
Confirmation Gifts for Children
Perhaps your diocese confirms younger children. There are many great options to help them grow in zeal for their Faith, as well!
Great Adventure Kids Catholic Bible Chronicles matches up with Jeff Cavin's Bible Timeline to give kids a wonderful introduction to salvation history.
Young Saints: Fifteen Extraordinary Lives from Blandina to Carlo Acutis - Let the young person getting confirmed know that holiness is not just for adults through the stories of these amazing young saints.
The Kid's Book of Prayers About All Sorts of Things is a prayer book/journal that teaches children how to turn to God in any circumstance.
Is science this kiddo’s favorite subject? Check out Indescribable: 100 Devotions About God and Science to help him or her discover God’s fingerprints in all of Creation.
Have a young chef on your hands? Help them incorporate their Faith into everyday things like cooking with The Catholic Kids' Cookbook: Holy Days and Heavenly Food.
I hope you have received some helpful inspiration as you seek to give a meaningful gift to someone in your life who is preparing for Confirmation. While it can be hard to settle on the “perfect” gift, just give it your best, and know your prayers and support in the Faith are truly the best gift you can give!
