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Catechesis is offered to all who wish to receive it. To prepare them to share in the sacramental life of the Church, pupils may, if they wish, receive instruction for Confirmation. The Bishop of Clifton celebrates the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Abbey Church during the Summer Term. Pupils are encouraged to discuss Confirmation with their parents and to come forward when they feel ready to undertake full responsibility for their faith. Most pupils are confirmed in the Third Form, although some wait until later on and may be confirmed in any year during their time in the Senior School. Instruction is also available for those pupils who, for whatever reason, have not made their First Confession or received their First Holy Communion before arriving at Downside.
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