My 14 yr. old neighbor was confirmed last week in church. His mother is having a BBQ/picnic in celebration and we were invited. My question is, is this a gift-giving occasion? I don't want to show up empty-handed if it is, and I don't want to bring a gift if it isn't. If it is a gift-giving occasion, what would be appropriate?
2007-05-04 06:30:16 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
We know the boy very well. He is one of my son's best friends. (And one of my honorary children)
2007-05-04 06:33:59 · update #1
Yeah, my friend, it is a gift giving occasion. Confirmation is the BIGGEST sacrament one receives and until marriage, it is usually and hopefully the last! Because it is such a big deal, I suggest a monetary gift. Or a gift card of some sort. Better yet, a SAVINGS BOND! Hope this helps
2007-05-05 10:20:27 · answer #1 · answered by MaHaa 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Confirmation is about inviting and accepting the Holy Spirit into your life. So, yes, it's a celebration and gifts are always welcomed. His family will likely give him a bible if he doesn't already have one. Money along with a confirmation card is fine. Most drug stores and places like WalMart and Target sell confirmation cards. I'd say $20 is fine.
Have a great time!
2007-05-04 06:35:01 · answer #2 · answered by Apple21 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A card should suffice. A cross or a religious book (bible, something by St. Francis or about Mother Theresa) would also be appropriate. Ask ahead if he has a patron saint and something associated with that person would be nice. But I don't think it's necessary to buy anything expensive and anyone showing up empty handed wouldn't be out of bounds.
2007-05-04 06:37:37 · answer #3 · answered by TyrusB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How well do you know your neighbors? You could always just get him a card with a gift certificate in it or something like that.
A friend of mine just had a confirmation party for their son and I did get some gifts, but it was mainly cards with money/gift certificates in them.
**If there are any types of religious book stores near you I'm sure you could find a gift there that would work for him.
2007-05-04 06:33:12 · answer #4 · answered by photogrl262000 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Catholic or Protestant confirmation typically *is* a gift-giving occasion. Generally the gift is something of a spiritual nature, that you might obtain at a Christian bookstore.
2007-05-04 06:33:59 · answer #5 · answered by Scotty Doesnt Know 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many people give the gift of money. Five bucks in a card should be good. I personally got a lot of money for my confirmation.
2007-05-04 06:34:18 · answer #6 · answered by demonsheep87 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money is a perfectly acceptable gift for the occasion.
2007-05-04 06:33:19 · answer #7 · answered by Underground Man 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you aren't sure, I would suggest making a donation to a local charity and giving the neighbor a confirmation card with the note that you have made the donation in honor of his/her confirmation.
2007-05-04 06:39:33 · answer #8 · answered by Dave P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES,
it certainly is; but if you are not able to give a gift, your neighbor probably would understand.
The gift does not have to be some, really expensive something or another, but one which shows that you care.
2007-05-04 06:36:55 · answer #9 · answered by 1saintofGod 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when I was confirmed I just recieved cards from people.
I didn't expect gifts...Usually only the parents and the immidiate family.
Just pick up a card
2007-05-04 06:33:29 · answer #10 · answered by chersa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋