Colleen and I with the bishop and pastor
I chose my cousin Colleen to be my Confirmation sponsor. She is one of my closest cousins and I have always looked up to her as a role model. She has set a good example for me ever since I was little. Colleen works at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, where I went to elementary and middle school. She teaches not only math and science, but religion as well. She is loved by her students, and teaches them how to live out their faith. She is always there for me when I need advice or someone to turn to. She has shown me how to be a witness to my faith and spread the Good News to others. I am so glad that I have Colleen to guide me on the right path toward Jesus.
My Confirmation name is Catherine. I chose this name because it is my great grandmother's. She immigrated from Ireland to start a new life in America. She endured many hardships throughout her life. She raised eight kids as Catholics, and set an example by teaching and supporting them. She never let anything drag her down, instead she turned to God with a strong faith. Even though I never met her, I chose her name to make sure she was a part of my life. My name was also chosen after St. Catherine of Alexandria. She is the patron saint of teachers (philosophers and preachers). She possessed a rare beauty and intellect, and received an excellent education. I hope to further my education and intellect as St. Catherine did.